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Seller said she would take it back but it was from a very reliable source & she is sure its nephrite.Good morning Camelotshadowjade! I am sorry this is happening! I hope I can offer some insight, but this is only from my knowledge and not rule of law
Nephrite is inert under UV light, and shouldn't glow at all. It's notoriously difficult to dye, bleach, or impregnate due to its structure of tightly interlocking stone fibers (which is also the reason its tougher than jadeite). So as a result, nephrite is usually substituted rather than treated. My guess is that your piece might not be nephrite, but a treated agate, onyx, or a type of quartz. Stone treatment and substitution has been perfected over the years and can look pretty close to the real thing whether it has a certificate or not.
I know this is easier said than done, but try not to feel bad. This is all a part of the crazy maze of buying nephrite/jadeite. I'd say get in touch with the seller as soon as possible and return for a refund - but I wouldn't fuss with him/her about them knowing whether or not it's real. Speaking generally, most people selling stone jewelry these days are 3rd party sellers who have very little intimate knowledge of the pieces they're selling. Just try to find reputable sellers you can trust - that will remove some of the hair-pulling of this experience.
Trust me - I feel your pain. It's hard when you spend hard-earned money (and emotional investment) for an item and it isn't what it should be - but it does get better
That is scary not to be able to remove it. I think I'll stay with 55mm so as if the measurements are off a mm it still will fit...I do like being able to easily slip it off but after wearing the 53.8mm the 55mm feels big!
but it's also a good practice to inspect and/or test your jade (as you've already done), because there's just so many imitations/treatments floating around out there. You're off to a great jade journey!
Arrgh this one is a dud (it was $75 but if natural should still chime so not sure why...Hi Camelotshadowjade,
Your nephrite should always have a nice, clean chime. A "thunk" or "thud" is never a good sign. There should be no surface pitting. I like a high polish on my nephrite pieces, but overall, hetian nephrites historically polish up with a nice smooth satiny/pearly finish. It's good you can return your item and possibly get something else.
I'm glad you trust your seller - that's half the battle
Have a safe trip, and enjoy!
Luna is all packed up so can't look at her anymore... and I really love the name Luna!
I feel bad about it but that uv is really concerning & I will never know. I guess it was really not meant to be mine.
I really do need to pack & settle things as blast off is Tuesday.
Suppose I should start the ebay return as I have to have it in the mail Mon/ latest tuesday.
OOOhhhhh
