Thank youIt’s beautiful! Fits you perfectly too [emoji4]
Thank youIt’s beautiful! Fits you perfectly too [emoji4]
Ok!You’re in Singapore right? Get it certified at Nanyang Gem Institute in Far East Plaza. The gemologist Mr Zeng has a good reputation. Ultimate Jadeite, Yokdee, All About Jade send their jade to him. The report costs $80, the verbal analysis costs $30 (wait an hour and you will be told if it’s grade A or not, no report).
If you bought your jade pieces in Singapore, the seller should get your items certified for you. It’s slightly cheaper at $70 as they have a trade discount.
Oh and it’s not a silly question. Always test your jade unless you buy from a reputable seller that you trust!
JadeLeaf - just curious, so did you purchase this bangle? If you're still thinking about it and have questions, I would get in touch with the seller and see how much detail you can find out about the item, including where the source material is from. But it's very pretty, though - I hope all goes well
Edit: Sorry, I didn't see your later post that you did purchase it - don't forget to send a pic! Would love to see how lovely it looks on you!
It arrived today and I love it!
I also bought this one from Ultimate Jadeite. I love it too!View attachment 4295440
Not sure what flower... but pretty and I am happy. I tested it with a steel knife and it leaves no mark. I also note the asbestos like fibrous internal structure... so, I am pretty sure it is nephrite but I really doubt that it is Hetian Jade in view of the price I bought it at.Beautiful carved bangle. Is it a hibiscus flower? It’s so pretty - you must be so happy congrats!
Not sure what flower... but pretty and I am happy. I tested it with a steel knife and it leaves no mark. I also note the asbestos like fibrous internal structure... so, I am pretty sure it is nephrite but I really doubt that it is Hetian Jade in view of the price I bought it at.
Curious question..... how long have you (anyone who wants to answer) collected jade?
I started buying Ming's just under 20 yrs ago, and that was the stem to my acquiring the many jade pieces..... I didn't realize I was "collecting" until I told people how many pieces left with the burglars (but I was LUCKY and got back about 5 pieces, including the green cabachon piece)
Here's another old piece.... The safety chain actually opens, and if you have the right chain (I don't ) it converts to a short necklace
This was a "desperate" purchase, I was recovering from the burglar visit, and bought this on eBay without thinking .... I'm pretty sure I over paid, and wonder what it really is after reading the posts from people who tested their jade and got something other than what they expected
It is not, it’s a newer piece made in the old style. The man who did it lives on the East Coast, but lived in Hawaii for a long time. He does excellent work, even refurbished another Hawaiian bracelet from the 80’s. Thanks for noticing my braceletLove your Hawaiian bracelet! Is that a Hildgund piece? My mother has a similar bracelet.
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For several generations prior to me, my family (Dad's side) has amassed quite a sizeable collection....my father was his grandmother's favorite especially being the "oldest" and male so he inherited her jade and pearl ring. The ring is over 100 years old. I will post a photo of it later....
Here are a few jade rings that I snapped a photo of last week.
Thanks for letting me share.
With all the talk about karma.... Do any of you believe some times the color can grow (change with wear) ? And have has one had any pieces long enough to actually see this happen?