Qn on jade bangle
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Oh my ladies! You have inspired me to get out my jade. Here are a few pictures! The pendant is an older piece, I bought it in NYC in the 1980s at an antique show. The pair of clips I wear as earrings and I bought those also at an antique show about 20 years ago. Will load some other pictures in a few minutes.
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Here are some more pictures. Another picture of the carved clips. In the next pictures, the ring on the left is an antique from the 1930s. I think that jade is pretty fine quality. The ring on the right I bought from Gump's in SF in the 1990s. They used to be known for having exquisite jade - not sure if they still do. I don't think the bracelet is top quality jade but it's got a nice look and it is untreated as far as I know. I bought from a local jeweler who takes in jewelry on consignment. Part 3 of pictures coming up!
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I know this thread is really just about bangles, but I never knew this much about jade before and I would love to share my piece. This pendant was left to me by my DH's grandmother as an engagement gift. She left 2 of them for her 2 grandsons' future wives. She was an amazing woman and I'm honored to have her jewelry. I don't know much about the piece or the quality, but it has sentimental value for me and I love wearing it.
I bought mine in Guangzhou about 7 years ago.
It is very snug, taking it on & off, on my right wrist. but comfortable on my left...I try to wear mine all the time, but I can't even manage to wear my wedding band all the time. (much to my spouse's annoyance.)
I love my bangle.
I can't really judge quality from a photo. And some of the value, aside from color and translucency, is just personal preference. I think the most coveted is the deeper green, but I'm very fond of the white with green ribbons.
It is very snug, taking it on & off, on my right wrist. but comfortable on my left...I try to wear mine all the time, but I can't even manage to wear my wedding band all the time. (much to my spouse's annoyance.)
I love my bangle.
I can't really judge quality from a photo. And some of the value, aside from color and translucency, is just personal preference. I think the most coveted is the deeper green, but I'm very fond of the white with green ribbons.
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men's wearing bangle jade???
Most of the men who wear jade bangles prefer to wear them on their non-dominant wrist so that it gets less activity. Many women, including me, also wear their jade bangles on non-dominant wrists.
Most jade bangles for men are quite large size, usually starting at 65mm inside diameter. It's often difficult to find a good quality jade in this size, because the large sizes require more jade and a larger piece of the rough and therefore they are more expensive. Ying Yu Jade had Chinese jade carved especially for us in a large man's size so a man can purchase a good quality jade at a reasonable price, and have the good green classic color.
http://www.upanh.com/view/?s=upload&id=5vm82t9w0vm
men's wearing bangle jade???
Most of the men who wear jade bangles prefer to wear them on their non-dominant wrist so that it gets less activity. Many women, including me, also wear their jade bangles on non-dominant wrists.
Most jade bangles for men are quite large size, usually starting at 65mm inside diameter. It's often difficult to find a good quality jade in this size, because the large sizes require more jade and a larger piece of the rough and therefore they are more expensive. Ying Yu Jade had Chinese jade carved especially for us in a large man's size so a man can purchase a good quality jade at a reasonable price, and have the good green classic color.
Reinita;
If you're looking for an online jadeite seller, I would recommend "Ultimate Jadeite". They have stores on eBay and Etsy. Also, they have 100% money back guarantee if you find out the jade is not grade A jade
I've personally bought from them already and their customer service is excellent! In fact, I just received my bangle in the mail today. I bought it on Monday and it came today (Thursday) via FedEx.
I've included some photos!
Seller's photos:
My photos:
If you're looking for an online jadeite seller, I would recommend "Ultimate Jadeite". They have stores on eBay and Etsy. Also, they have 100% money back guarantee if you find out the jade is not grade A jade
I've personally bought from them already and their customer service is excellent! In fact, I just received my bangle in the mail today. I bought it on Monday and it came today (Thursday) via FedEx.
I've included some photos!
Seller's photos:
My photos:
Reinita;
If you're looking for an online jadeite seller, I would recommend "Ultimate Jadeite". They have stores on eBay and Etsy. Also, they have 100% money back guarantee if you find out the jade is not grade A jade
I've personally bought from them already and their customer service is excellent! In fact,I just received my bangle in the mail today. I bought it on Monday and it came today (Thursday) via FedEx.
I've included some photos!
Seller's photos:
My photos:
Looks great! I bought from them before. Agree that their customer service is good. But mine was a relatively cheap fun piece so while it is pretty, it doesnt look as nice as yours. : )
Yes, I've bought a cheaper one from them beforehand as well. I'm pretty sure they sell 100% genuine grade A jadeite 
I luv my lavender jaded bangle ; I had been wearing for 1 year. It was so comfortable & the colour were so beautiful 😍
Oh, this is nice! Do u wear it 24/7? I have a lavender one which is my favourite too
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