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drtjeckleberg said:
Hi, I don't know much about jade but I saw that Tiffany's has two small jade pendants. Do either of these seem like a good value or are they super overpriced? (I don't know the size of the pendant but I don't think it is more than half a centimeter wide)
I don't know how to tell jade quality. Is the green jade super good quality and that is why it is so much more than than the black jade (aside from the sterling silver vs. 18k gold because the price difference in the metal chains is like $200 so they're basically charging an extra 300 for the green stone)? it's really hard to find simple delicate jade designer jewelry so I don't really have much to compare to pricewise. I didn't find much info/opinions on here about Tiffany jade besides someone who got a black tiffany bean necklace.

black jade:
http://www.tiffany.com/Shopping/Ite...4921+14&search=0&origin=browse&searchkeyword=

green jade:
http://www.tiffany.com/Shopping/Ite...4+3&search=1&origin=search&searchkeyword=jade
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Like any name brand designer, you know you are getting a quality piece, but that you are also paying more for the name than for the materials. That said, I did enquire once about whether their jade has been treated, and I was informed that they only do "traditional" treatment, like waxing and that the jade is nephrite, not jadeite.


I think they are very lovely pieces and consistent with Tiffany quality.
 
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Junkenpo said:
Really pretty bright lavender spots!



For me, comfort-wise it makes a difference. 1-2mm is not so bad, it only lands a little bit higher and still doesn't feel like it is going to fall off... 3-4mm, though... it starts feeling "big" and I don't wear it as often in rotation. UJ is good about returns though.... maybe try the smallest she has and wear it around the house for the day?
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Jade4Me said:
Do you need soap & water for 53-54? If no, then 56-57 may feel huge. But I agree with JKP to give it a try since they are good about returns.
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UJ also has a 50.5 one but I think that one might not fit. 52.8 goes on without soap but 50.5 sounds a lot smaller.
 
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*NYC Princess* said:
UJ also has a 50.5 one but I think that one might not fit. 52.8 goes on without soap but 50.5 sounds a lot smaller.
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Here's some throw back pics...

My Cat is 50.5... here she is compared to Granny Smith, who I think is around 55-56.

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And here she is with PL, who is 51.

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I can wiggle Cat off without soap/water a lot easier than PL... I usually wait til I'm in the shower to remove PL, or reach for lotion. I think it goes back to shape... princess vs. D, and flexibility. Smoke is 52ish, and I could wiggle SuperGreen (51.5) on and off on the right, too... but I will not try any smaller than that on my right hand.
 
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*NYC Princess* said:
UJ also has a 50.5 one but I think that one might not fit. 52.8 goes on without soap but 50.5 sounds a lot smaller.
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It also depends on how flexible your hand is. 50.5mm may be fine if your hand is flexible enough. I can't say if my hand is very flexible or not with no comparison points, but here are some pics of size 51mm (hinged), 53mm, 57mm, and 59mm, so you can see how they fall when I hang my arm and hand down relaxed. My no soap size is 56mm and 53mm is the smallest soap & water size I dare go unless I want a forever bangle. I'd love to be able to get on a 50-51mm - my hinged 51mm is a great fit around my wrist, but my larger hand gets in the way! :-( The 59mm is too big for my personal taste, but I bought it as a gift for someone anyway so it won't be hard for me to part with it. ;-)
 

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#3,485
*NYC Princess* said:
UJ also has a 50.5 one but I think that one might not fit. 52.8 goes on without soap but 50.5 sounds a lot smaller.
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NYC Princess if the seller accepts returns I would choose the 50.5. Your 52.8 goes on you without soap right so I think you probably can do 50.5 with soap and water. If it is a bangle you would wear for weeks or more at a time then choose a smaller fit. It looks better and is more comfy. Again only if the seller accepts returns.
Good luck and let us know if you end up ordering one. They are beautiful - gret colour and shine.
 
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Jade4me, Trekkie, Molly, Junkenpo and sorry if I missed anyone but just wanted I say I'm enjoying all your pics and catching up while
having my morning coffee. What a wonderful way to start the day. Hope everyone is having a fabulous weekend! 😎
 
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Junkenpo said:
Here's some throw back pics...

My Cat is 50.5... here she is compared to Granny Smith, who I think is around 55-56.

HUpWR0I.jpg



And here she is with PL, who is 51.

7YsEPCV.jpg



I can wiggle Cat off without soap/water a lot easier than PL... I usually wait til I'm in the shower to remove PL, or reach for lotion. I think it goes back to shape... princess vs. D, and flexibility. Smoke is 52ish, and I could wiggle SuperGreen (51.5) on and off on the right, too... but I will not try any smaller than that on my right hand.
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Thanks JKP for the photos! It doesn't "look" that much of a difference for the bangles stacked on top of each other despite 5mm or so (surprisingly!). How do you feel with them?
 
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Jade4Me said:
It also depends on how flexible your hand is. 50.5mm may be fine if your hand is flexible enough. I can't say if my hand is very flexible or not with no comparison points, but here are some pics of size 51mm (hinged), 53mm, 57mm, and 59mm, so you can see how they fall when I hang my arm and hand down relaxed. My no soap size is 56mm and 53mm is the smallest soap & water size I dare go unless I want a forever bangle. I'd love to be able to get on a 50-51mm - my hinged 51mm is a great fit around my wrist, but my larger hand gets in the way! :-( The 59mm is too big for my personal taste, but I bought it as a gift for someone anyway so it won't be hard for me to part with it. ;-)
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Thank you for all your photos! I do like the snugger fit, we shall see. My mom had a beautiful glassy one that she cannot wear anymore and I cannot fit either. I think it is 50mm but I didn't have my caliper then. ImageUploadedByPurseForum1442755850.534736.jpg
 
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2boys_jademommy said:
NYC Princess if the seller accepts returns I would choose the 50.5. Your 52.8 goes on you without soap right so I think you probably can do 50.5 with soap and water. If it is a bangle you would wear for weeks or more at a time then choose a smaller fit. It looks better and is more comfy. Again only if the seller accepts returns.

Good luck and let us know if you end up ordering one. They are beautiful - gret colour and shine.
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I just asked her. I think she does do returns. She also has a lovely one that is 50.8 that is a more even lavender but I don't know if it is as visible in real life. I've been hunting for a good lavender for so long! Part of me just wants to wait until I can go to Asia next year and pick in person. I will have to ask for store recommendations from you ladies!
 
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*NYC Princess* said:
I just asked her. I think she does do returns. She also has a lovely one that is 50.8 that is a more even lavender but I don't know if it is as visible in real life. I've been hunting for a good lavender for so long! Part of me just wants to wait until I can go to Asia next year and pick in person. I will have to ask for store recommendations from you ladies!
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I would get it the 50.8 and if it fits
And you love it then it's meant to be. If not then wait for Asia :)
 
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