Buying Guide
Green marble coffee tables in NZ: choosing your green
By Prime Piece
November 2026
5 min read
Green stone does something white marble can’t: it brings colour into a room without paint, cushions or a rug having to do the work. It’s also the stone our customers ask about most. Here are the greens we work with, how to tell them apart, and the pieces available now.
The greens we work with
Verde Imperiale
Deep forest green with explosive white veining. The boldest green we use, and the most dramatic on a dark frame.
Feels: bold · moody · high contrast
Green Calacatta
A white Calacatta base streaked with deep green and black. The lightest way into green: mostly white, with colour in the veins.
Feels: light · fresh · easy to style
Green onyx
Translucent jade green with crystal formations that glow when light hits them. The rarest stone in our collection, and softer than marble, so it’s best for a living room rather than a high-traffic spot.
Feels: luminous · rare · jewel-like
Mystique Green
Cool jade, sage and teal tones crossed with golden and copper fault lines that shift through the day. The stone behind our larger lounge tables.
Feels: calm · warm metallics · organic
Verde Alpi
Deep, dark green with natural white movement. Reads almost black from across the room and green up close.
Feels: grounded · classic · rich
India Green
Deep forest green with dark veining and an earthy texture.
Feels: earthy · textured · dark
Styling a green table
- Warm timber floors and linen: green stone and oak or rimu are a natural match. Cream, oatmeal and olive linen let the stone lead.
- Brass and black steel: brass picks up the gold veining in Mystique Green; black steel sharpens Verde Imperiale.
- Plants, but not too many: one large plant nearby echoes the stone. A whole jungle competes with it.
- Keep the top simple: a single bowl or a stack of books. The stone is the decoration.
Green marble pieces available now
Every piece is one of one. Once it sells, that slab is gone.
Round coffee and side tables
- Serpentine Storm, $490. Verde Imperiale marble. H 500mm × Ø 450mm on a black steel frame.
- Jade Rain, $520. Green Calacatta marble. H 500mm × Ø 450mm on a black steel frame.
- Jade Jewel, $520. Green onyx. H 500mm × Ø 450mm on a black steel frame.
- Twin Jade, $950 each or $1,700 for the pair. Mystique Green tops on black X-frames. H 450mm × 600mm × 600mm.
Low lounge tables
- Sage Plateau, $1,950. Mystique Green with clean, sharp edges. H 400mm × 1200mm × 600mm.
- Jade Horizon, $2,750. Mitered Mystique Green with a bevelled edge. H 400mm × 1200mm × 600mm.
Solid stone plinth tables
Want a smaller dose of green? Our Emerald Vein, Forest Stone and Jade Cloud serving boards are $99 each.
Delivery and payment: $49 flat anywhere in New Zealand, free on orders of $500 or more, or collect free from our Wairau Valley showroom. Afterpay is available at checkout on orders up to $2,000.
Can’t find the right size?
We can make a green marble coffee table to your measurements, from a slab you choose. Most custom pieces are handcrafted within 2–3 weeks of a confirmed order. Start a custom piece, or come and see the stone at our showroom at 209B Archers Road, Wairau Valley.
See green stone in person
Showroom open Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm. Free parking on site.
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Frequently asked questions
How much is a green marble coffee table in NZ?
Prime Piece green marble tables start at $490 for a 450mm round Verde Imperiale top on a black steel frame. Low Mystique Green lounge tables are $1,950 to $2,750, and solid stone plinth tables are $4,000. Delivery is $49 NZ-wide, free on orders of $500 or more.
Is green marble durable enough for a coffee table?
Yes, with the same care as any marble: use coasters, wipe spills promptly and avoid acidic cleaners. Every Prime Piece top is sealed with two coats of nano-top sealer before it leaves the workshop, and we recommend resealing once a year. Green onyx is softer than marble, so it suits a living room better than a high-traffic area.
What is the difference between green marble and green onyx?
Green marble, like Verde Imperiale or Green Calacatta, is opaque with strong veining. Green onyx is translucent, with crystal formations that glow when light passes through them. Onyx is rarer and softer, so it needs a little more care.
Can I get a custom green marble coffee table?
Yes. Prime Piece makes custom tables to your size from a slab you choose, usually within 2 to 3 weeks of a confirmed order.