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#3,061
ms_loKAbLue13 said:
Not my Most beautiful jade..but one of my everydays....I love her for her "dark" and upbeat ways :D plus I love the crazy looking healed stone line with the forest green and the super bright spot of green...the grayish - Ness makes me love her all the more since it's not just green and white or whatever--it'd a weird gray/white :-)

This was one bangle that taught me to find beauty even in things not consider "beautiful" :-)
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I really like the color contrasts on this bangle. The streaks of darker color against the light is really eye catching. It really homes in on the idea of liking something "because of the flaw" instead of "in spite of the flaw".


Prettydino said:
ms_loKAbLue13 said:
Thanks.
I had a small suspicion that it has been treated. My MIL isn't the most astute when it comes to jade, even though she likes to brag about being very knowledgeable.

On a happier note, I just bought a pretty white bangle from GeGe designs off Etsy. It has red brown spots and a small leaf carving. She was so prompt with my questions and even gave me a small discount. So excited. Will post pics when it arrives.
Have to admit I am getting a new admiration for nephrite now that I have seen everyone's beautiful pieces.
Xx
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I know which one you are talking about from GeGe! I've been resisting temptation on that bangle since she listed it. it's just a little big for me, but I'm a sucker for carvings so I kept it on my faves list. Please do post when you get it, I'm glad its going to a PF'r.
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#3,065
crosso said:
Thanks Mahogany!

Got a name! This one will be Artemis. The genus name for sagebrush is Artemisia. And since Artemis was the goddess of the hunt, the moon and wilderness, it seems an appropriate name for an autumn bangle.
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Great name - Artemis. Very strong and appropriate for your bangle.
I've never named my bangles before but I delight in how many here do name their jade 😊
 
#3,068
Good morning all.

Wanted to share this bangle with you all. I know how everyone loves pictures!

This is a deep blue green jade bangle that my dad bought for my mum. She didn't like the colour, so refused to wear it and gifted it to me. I am not even sure that it is jade, but I find the colour very soothing on the eye, and it has the nicest vibe and feel to it. It chimes very prettily when I pair it with other bracelets. A bit big for me as I like my bangles quite snug, but hey, a gift from dad and mum is always good, right??:p

http://s1094.photobucket.com/user/prettydino/media/2015-09-04 14.19.23.jpg.html?sort=3&o=0

http://s1094.photobucket.com/user/prettydino/media/2015-09-04 14.19.23.jpg.html?sort=3&o=0
 
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#3,072
Prettydino said:
Oh hi jade mommy, I changed the settings. Try again??
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Wow your mom didn't like the bangle?!?! I think it's gorgeous! Love the princess bangles and it's a great colour. From the pics it doesn't look big on you - looks great! Are those your twins? I'm just assuming they are twins because they are both so tiny. They are adorable!! Thanks for sharing your pics 😊
 
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Crosso, your new nephrite is beautiful. It's got that indescribable softness that only nephrite has. The color is so, so soft and fresh! I love it!

Dino, I think that bangle is beautiful also! I too love that color range, so much so that i bought one in that range. I think it's gorgeous.

To everyone, beautiful pics and bangles! I've been out for the week,( TGIF)! There is so much, it's hard to comment, but just gorgeous!
 
#3,074
clairejune said:
Crosso, your new nephrite is beautiful. It's got that indescribable softness that only nephrite has. The color is so, so soft and fresh! I love it!

Dino, I think that bangle is beautiful also! I too love that color range, so much so that i bought one in that range. I think it's gorgeous.

To everyone, beautiful pics and bangles! I've been out for the week,( TGIF)! There is so much, it's hard to comment, but just gorgeous!
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Thanks Claire, I'm quite happy with it!
 
#3,075
Hi, thank you for your replies!

crosso said:
Hi Nevix and welcome! Not sure what the currency exrate is for you right now and of course it would depend on if you are buying from China or US seller rather than UK, but there are still deals to be found, it just takes some dedicated hunting. But that's half the fun!
First off, do you know your size? Secondly, if you've been lurking, you probably know to look for certified grade a or ask for guarantee as to that, as well as to ask about flaws if buying online where it's often not clear in pics- cracks, stone lines, etc. Thirdly, look closely, either in pics or in person, for spiderwebbing on the surface and thready looking color veins in the stone, both indications of polymer impregnating or dying. And finally, if it is a jade with intense color and great translucency at a great price - it's probably too good to be true! Lots of the ladies here will weigh in if you post a pic of something you are considering, so take advantage. Good luck!
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Nope, not sure of size yet but I've been looking at how to work it out. It's going to be fairly large as I'm slightly overweight and have fairly thick forearms. Also I'd wear it on my left (I think) so needs to go up beyond my watch.
Thank you for your advice on choosing a good piece. I've found the authenticated sellers thread on here so will probably reference that for a first purchase.


Trekkie said:
I suppose it depends on your definition of 'beautiful'. I'm absolutely in love with my Yuzu and she cost me well under £100, which I consider a bargain. The reason for this being that she had been broken and repaired in the past, but I think this just adds to her character. I don't see the repairs as a flaw but rather as an interest point, but I suppose the seller saw it as a flaw which is why she was so cheap.

If you're looking for the classic green jade and want something flawless then you may have to save, but if you don't mind a different kind of beauty then there are bargains to be had. I agree with the advice of trying on a few bangles to find your ideal size first, and being wary of anything that looks too good to be true (before Yuzu I bought a 'Jade' bangle which turned out not to be Jade). Have a look at the reputable sellers list on here.
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I've looked at a lot of bangles and I've been taken with bangles at all price points so far. I definitely seem to lean towards the more vivid and mixed colour bangles than the paler and more unified ones. I sort of like the idea of slightly flawed. Reminds me of myself lol :D
I really like the more square shaped bangles rather than the D shape and the all round ones (are they the princess shape?) Also not too wide as I think something slimmer would suit my arm better. And I love, love, LOVE carved ones!


Junkenpo said:
You can totally find beautiful pieces at price points. My first bangle was £65 and is a lovely light green color with a fine grain. It is more opaque than translucent however and has a tiny chip on the inner side.

Jade prices are a juggle of color, translucency, grain, inner and surface flaws, polish, and possible carving. It's a lot of give and take to get what qualities are most important within your budget.


Throwback of my first jade bangle
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Compare to this (Bangle #4, the aforementioned Leaf) which was £107. Better translucency, but more visible inner and surface flaws.

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Colour is definitely more important to me at the moment than flaws. I expect that might change in the future as I get more into it? But right now I just want to own something I authentic that I find beautiful so I ca stare at her all day long :)
I love that second bangle. I find the flaws really interesting and almost organic like!

I'll post a few pictures of bangles I've found that I feel drawn to, and then maybe someone can break the news to me if I'm lusting after styles and/or colours that are way out of my price range!


ms_loKAbLue13 said:
Not my Most beautiful jade..but one of my everydays....I love her for her "dark" and upbeat ways :D plus I love the crazy looking healed stone line with the forest green and the super bright spot of green...the grayish - Ness makes me love her all the more since it's not just green and white or whatever--it'd a weird gray/white :-)

This was one bangle that taught me to find beauty even in things not consider "beautiful" :-)
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I LOVE this!! :D
 
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