The JADE thread!
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Loving the new bangles pictured in this thread. So many varieties to suit different styles and preferences... there is definitely something for everybody.
Apologies for all the posts but I’d like some honest opinions. Upon further inspection of my bangle, I noticed some stone lines and now question whether or not it will affect the structural integrity of the bangle. Please let me know what you think. Im still in the return window but overall do like the bangle. However, given the price I paid and this was not disclosed, I’m not 100% comfortable.
Particularly, I’m more concerned about the line that’s vertical. It’s internal and cannot be felt. The horizontal like is more of a rough surface type line.
Particularly, I’m more concerned about the line that’s vertical. It’s internal and cannot be felt. The horizontal like is more of a rough surface type line.
I see what you mean. To be honest, the vertical would bother me more, especially if I could feel it. I prefer my bangles smooth. However, most of my bangles have internal hairlines. Most also have color roots, and the odd internal roughness. They’ve all been fine. One of my most included, Ivy, actually took a tumble, and it was perfectly fine. Here.
It’s got several hairlines and has withstood quite a bit of abuse. However, I understand that you probably paid way more for your bangle than I did for mine. I purchased knowing about these hairlines. Did the seller disclose the internal flaws? Honestly horizontal hairlines are perfectly fine in my experience. I would not worry too much about the durability. The issue I think, would be the seller not disclosing it.
Anddddd I’ve switched bangle. To welcome the change in the year, and a change in my life, I thought I’d wear my happiest bangle. It just exudes positivity.
One of my bangles has a vertical micro hairline that can be felt over a colour root, and it can only be seen under magnification. It doesn't bother me. I see natural imperfections as birthmarks of the jade. However, I would not accept cracks that occur during the carving process or cracks that formed afterwards (such as being dropped). It also depends on the price you paid. You would expect more expensive pieces to have little to no visual imperfections. Do you feel that you overpaid for this piece or do you think it is in line with what you paid?
I only have a certificate that accompanied my jadeite pendant, from the Hong Kong Gems Laboratory. Have you had anything tested before?
And Jade fever struck again. I purchased Cotton Candy’s sibling from ultimate jadeite. 
It is truly a beautiful bangle. The only thing that worries me is this “crack line” Nandar assured me it wasn’t feelable. Which honestly makes me doubt it’s a crack. She says it doesn’t go all the way around it, and otherwise the bangle is in perfect condition. No fingernail bumps, or chips, or scratches, and has a very fine texture. Honestly, if it weren’t for the “crack” it would have been very expensive.
After a lot of thought, I decided not to get it banded. It should be fine on it’s own, right? I don’t see it becoming more damaged from normal bumps and nicks. And I’ll just be very careful to be in a soft surface when taking it off.
I don’t really think it’s a crack. Usually cracks can be felt with the fingernail. What do you guys think?
It is truly a beautiful bangle. The only thing that worries me is this “crack line” Nandar assured me it wasn’t feelable. Which honestly makes me doubt it’s a crack. She says it doesn’t go all the way around it, and otherwise the bangle is in perfect condition. No fingernail bumps, or chips, or scratches, and has a very fine texture. Honestly, if it weren’t for the “crack” it would have been very expensive.
After a lot of thought, I decided not to get it banded. It should be fine on it’s own, right? I don’t see it becoming more damaged from normal bumps and nicks. And I’ll just be very careful to be in a soft surface when taking it off.
I don’t really think it’s a crack. Usually cracks can be felt with the fingernail. What do you guys think?
Thank you! After polishing it myself, I like wearing it more. It’s my only lavender bangle so it’s special to me.
No. I would like to, but I don’t trust USPS. They handle packages so roughly.
Thank you! Phew at least I know it’s seen in Burmese Jade. I was so confused, since I’d never handled Burmese Jade like this beforePlease don't feel bad! Both my Burmese blue-green bangles have these white inclusions which are called slowflakes. Looks just like yours except mine aren't carved. Please feel happy that you have a Burmese blue-green bangle
It's probably an internal hairline / vein if you can't feel it with the nail. I agree, as long as you don't drop it on a hard surface, it should be fine. Normal daily bumps shouldn't affect it either if you are careful.
The whole jade fever is hard to contain. Ideally I want to limit the number of bangles to five, so I'm trying to be picky. Super hard to resist when you see so many beauties for sale though!
I can’t tell if the vertical line is a crack or natural imperfection. But I definitely feel that at the price I paid, it should’ve at least been disclosed.
The seller is Ultimate Jadeite and although her descriptions usually point out lines, that was not the case here. She only mentioned rough surfaces which isn’t even what I posted above. When I sent her the picture of the lines she said she never knew to check with a light at such an angle. This is shocking to me as someone who is known as a trusted seller for many years.
I’ve decided to return the bangle as I think it will bother me in the long run.