My pale green bangle looks much darker at times and lighter (when it first came) at others, even though the stone is not wet either time. The colour of the bangle in both pictures exude a peacefulness. I hope it brings you calm and joy.
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I am hooked on browsing through jadeite bangle shops on Etsy in my spare time, haha. I love seeing each one with the different colours and feeling the energies these colours exude.
Thanks, there's 2 pieces in there that fit that description actually, the green-grey bangle set is from the Kunlun Mountains likely which resides next to Qinghai and Hetian rivers, while the green-grey rough came from Mendocino, California. As for the swirls, it's definitely due to mineral intrusions giving the jade color, but if I had to guess what minerals were responsible it maybe chromite, and chromium, maybe some diopside as well.
Maybe iron too! I recently learned that pure jadeite is actually clear.Thanks, there's 2 pieces in there that fit that description actually, the green-grey bangle set is from the Kunlun Mountains likely which resides next to Qinghai and Hetian rivers, while the green-grey rough came from Mendocino, California. As for the swirls, it's definitely due to mineral intrusions giving the jade color, but if I had to guess what minerals were responsible it maybe chromite, and chromium, maybe some diopside as well.
I read and read and read for months before finally taking the leap and buying one from a reputable shop that also sold online. If it’s not jade and it’s disclosed, that is fine, but there are some unscrupulous sellers out there. Many times it’s not a matter of money lost but the risk of serious illness like cancer from the acids they soak the bangles in for the colour.Thank you, Crabapples. I have been collecting since about 2018. Years ago, my father went to Asia. He was a scientist and loved rocks and rock collecting. He was exposed to jade while visiting. When I was young I went to rock collecting shows with him and he told me about seeing jade. The most beautiful Imperial jades that rivaled an emerald. I remembered this, but as I have enjoyed collecting jewelry, I fell into jade while on the internet chasing jewelry. I was them exposed to how beautiful jade is and the fine carvings and interesting cultural legends and customs and was intrigued. Once I had bought some, I enjoyed the coolness and weight while wearing it and was charmed by the stories of protection.So maybe it reminds me of my father too.
So here I am today. I have a pile of crazy things I bought when I didn't know better. Happily now though, I do know jade enough not to be as easy of a target. But I have a pile of glass, BC jade, quartzite and serpentine coming up the hard way.
And finally at Target, because Target light is magical
Again, it’s amazing how different a bangle can look in different light.
Again, it’s amazing how different a bangle can look in different light.
Same. I like to look at all the different colors. I’m in the hunt for a lavender bangle.
You can really see the water in the Target lighting! I love the colour.
I didn’t think I would want a lavender bangle but I saw one and I will get it in the new year. That energy is gives me through the colour is very soothing. Good luck in your search! Are you looking for one with other colours with the lavender, or just a lavender and white one?
Oh congrats! If you don’t mind, how much are u going to be paying for it? I’ve been looking at the prices and they’re a little intimidating. I would honestly prefer to have a purely lavender bangle, or with some white. I already have a bangle that has lavender and green.
From what places do you buy? I’ve only bought from matsalicejade, ultimate jadeite, unijade, and all about Jade Canada. They’re considered reputable right?
I think I was reading the forums here about reputable sellers. I am by no means an experienced buyer, so please do your due diligence! The first bangle I bought was from Kathy Jade. They have a lifetime 10X money back guarantee if it’s ever tested to not be grade A jadeite. The next two bangles I have coming are from Ultimate Jadeite. They also have a money back guarantee and a storefront in Singapore. I am not in Asia.
Matsalicejade and all about jade Canada seem like reputable sellers as well. I learned that I will not buy from anyone who doesn’t have a 100% money back guarantee if it’s ever tested to not be grade A jadeite but any of these shops could be fly by night if they wanted.
Maybe check out Eastwind Jade on Etsy. They made it on the reputable sellers list here. I recently started browsing WaterCrystalJade on Etsy too but haven’t purchased anything. Just ogling lol.
It is $800 USD, but the bangle has some black splatters on a part of it, likely due to iron or other minerals. I normally wouldn’t find the black acceptable if it’s dotted as I really don’t like that but this one is like a small spill so I thought it was acceptable for the price. There is a stone line on it as well.
You can check out the glutinous type lavender bangles as those may be more reasonably priced. Or are you in the market for icy type only? Alternatively, you can browse the lavender nephrite bangles online. I totally understand why you would like a purely lavender with maybe white combination if you already have a lavender and green one. Is your current lavender bangle a light shade? How about a light pink coloured bangle? I try to avoid getting 2 similar bangles but that is my preference.
That is a very good price. Mine is VERY light lavender and green. I would prefer one with light lavender, as long as the polish is nice. It doesn’t have to be icy, I’m ok with it being less translucent. I pretty much only care about the lavender color and the polish. Or how fine the texture is. This is what my green/lavender bangle looks like.
It’s a chunky monkey.
I like the lavender spaced with the light green. May I suggest looking at glutinous type for a lavender bangle? The water head will be medium due to less translucency. Slightly darker colour without a down payment of a house, lol. What is your bangle size? I can post some pics here if I find some. Are you looking for a thinner one or about the same thickness as the one you have on? Looks like 16mm thick.