Jade Jewelry

Carved jade jewelry has captured the imagination of women for thousands of years. The precision and artistry involved in creating a carved jade piece is amazing.

The Chinese started the practice of carving jade hundreds of years ago. What is referred to today as nephrite jade jewelry was easy to carve yet very strong. Nephrite jade necklaces, pendants, earrings and more feature stunning deep green beads and carved pendants.

The jade jewelry commonly found today is actually jadeite, a different stone altogether than nephrite jade. Although the colors can be brighter than nephrite jade, jadeite isn't as durable and is prone to cracking, especially in carved jade jewelry.

Nephrite will be light green to dark green or grayish-green. High-quality nephrite jade jewelry will have stones with a greasy look to them.

Another stone commonly found in carved jade jewelry is called serpentine jade, or new jade. Although this gem isn't a type of jade at all, it does feature a stunning yellow to deep olive green color and is suitable for carving.  You'll see faceted bead serpentine jade bead bracelets and necklaces.

Nephrite jade is a very strong stone so it is very easy to care for. Clean your nephrite jade jewelry with  warm  water and a soft cloth. Do not use a ultrasonic cleaner.

Serpentine jade jewelry is more fragile.. Avoid blows that could crack or smash your carved serpentine jade jewelry.

In folklore, nephrite jade was known for stabilizing emotions. Serpentine jade is reputed to give the wearer longevity and improved memory.

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