The JADE thread!

[clairejune]

JKP, those are truly amazing. The colors, the bottom gold work, everything works perfectly together with those. They are unpretentious, simple but make a powerful impression. They are Ike frames into the drama of the Jade. The size is perfect because any bigger or smaller, and I don't think they would work the same way.

I'm with you, I find I enjoy wearing the lavender disks over the siberian dangles. I just feel more 'put together' and they are less annoying.

 

[Jade4Me]

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Pretty soft blue!

Good morning Jadies! I have a general question about sizing... The outer diameter would give an indication as to how tall the bangle is right? Some bangles look almost like a princess but with just a bit of the inside flattened.
Also with ovals, if I wear 50-51 in a round, would I get an oval that is the same size. Ovals have two measurements of course since it is not round but would the larger measurement be the same or greater than the measurement for a round? Gosh I hope I'm making sense
I definitely prefer round bangles but just wanted to know about sizing in case

Calculating the area of a circle and an oval is one way to get an idea. 53x47 or 52x48 ovals would be around the same area as 50-51 rounds.

 

[Jade4Me]

Hi everyone! Haven't got the time to post much recently but I had been reading! I couldn't wear smaller bangles on my left wrist for past few mths as I was diagnosed with de quervain's ..just did the steriod injection a few days ago. ..hopefully I can start wearing bangles on my left soon

But the condition didn't stop my jade purchases! Hee

Here's a green one that I bought a few mths ago

What a beautiful fresh green! Feel better I hope your condition continues to improve!

Also recd a parcel from gegedesigns today. Seems like my online purchases had not been successful so far ... This beautiful white and green bangle was listed as 55mm but when I opened the box and saw it, my heart sank as I knew that the bangle is much smaller than 55mm. Based on my rough estimate it was abt 53mm or less...which is too small for me.

Grace is ok for returns but my elder gal loves it and the bangle fits it. So I'll still be keeping it. Just disappointed that I can't fit the bangle 😦

Gorgeous and it looks great on your daughter - lucky girl!

 

[Jade4Me]

Awe thanks Jademommy! She didn't get the bangle yet...but in a week or two.

Here are the jade balls with the purple pendant that they sent. I placed the turkish lavender jadeite cabochon next to it. Regarding the ball pendants, I paid 18$ for each, which is not a lot. I was intrigued because i thought that maybe it's a lot more money in Siberia than it is here, and these sellers are at the source, and perhaps can offer better deals on stuff....but you see that there is a big stone line in the greener one, and in general, they have more marks. The polish is good, but because of these marks and the stone line, the quality would not be considered first class. Personally, I don't mind the marks though, and if you don't either, then this seller can be considered.
One shot with the Siberian slice earrings from Allan. From a distance, the earrings, bangle and pendant all look like they are the same kind of jade.
Also, the Turkish jade stone is very interesting. It feels smooth and dense like jadeite.

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Happy birthday to your daughter! Getting her pink bangle back later will seem like an extension of her birthday celebration!

Early in my jewelry days, I wanted an example of each stone so I bought this jade bib and earring set from an online site. They were supposedly from a Beverly Hills estate sale and are circa late 1930s to early 40s. Earrings are screwbacks. Both necklace and earrings are stamped 18KT.

The color IRL is best described as moss, it looks darker in pics.

What stunning unique pieces! I'm guessing it's nephrite jade? Do you wear them often?

 

[Jade4Me]

Wow! Jade4me, that really is a stunningly beautiful bangle! I think also of a dreamy place in a sandy desert when I look at it. What a fantastic peice! Also looks great with your skin.
Btw, I love your hinged idea too. I hope you do try it out. I think it would be a great look. I know what you mean about the other hinges being somewhat of a block to wearing with the chain and push lever. I'm still trying to come up with a design which incorporates gems into it, which is also sleek for the bangle which I had sliced in half. It's a challenge. Anyway, I hope you do it someday!!

Thanks! The name Sahara was also considered for this bangle. I never ever thought I would like a bangle in these colors. I don't wear clothes in these colors much because I don't think they flatter my complexion. A year ago I would've scoffed at the thought of a tan/brown/beige jade bangle. But after I started collecting jade bangles and falling in love with nephrite, to my surprise this called to me. It seems to go with every color I DO wear in clothes - even colors that you would not normally pair with tan. It's like that pair of classic beige/nude pumps that can go with nearly every outfit.


I forgot to say I love your new Siberian ball pendants - what fun unique pieces!


For the screw hinged jade bangle idea, I was remembering how Jojo offered to hinge your bangle for you. It's a little scary to try such a project with them located overseas, but being jade experts... Also, Churk came to mind and I suppose it wouldn't hurt to ask him about this idea. I can even try it in silver on an affordable princess bangle to see how the idea holds up in real life wear n tear, and at least Churk is local so to speak. Please do let me know how find his banding of your DD's pink jade bangle when it's done!

 

[Jade4Me]

It's a little over cast, so I think back light pictures are up next, but here are some shots that show the variety of color in the darker sections. Tans & dirty greens... like cooked spinach. lol

Sorry to load with so many photos of these earrings, but I like them much more than I expected. I was worried they'd be too heavy, but once clipped on, I don't notice them much. Easy to wear all day, and I find that the older I get, the more I prefer studs to danglies.

I love their look!

 

[clairejune]

Jade4me, I too would have scoffed at the idea of a yellowish bangle before, but now I love the nephrite ones. I can well imagine that yours is like tan heels which go with everything. I just didnt know it would look THAT good on you what a great surprise! I think it's fabulous!

I think that Churk is a good possibility for potential hinging jewelers. With mine,I didn't want to go with jojo because I imagined that they would do an older type. Jack showed me a picture of a high karat gold lavender hinged bangle, with the type of clasp that we already own. I'm sure, however, that they will do what you want, but you have to communicate your idea very clearly, which can potentially be a problem. I drew a diagram of how I wanted mine cut. I thought it was crystal clear, but they misunderstood it! Thankfully I don't think it will make much difference because it will be hinged. I was shocked by this misunderstanding.

My hope is to work with the guy who made my snake ring and sapphire ring. I bought the wax to fashion it myself, and he told me that he would help me with the locking mechanism. I just need to get the $ together. i need to make it my Spring project!

It looks like Churk is doing a very thorough job and sent in process pictures of my daughter's bangle. I appreciate this and really like the way he is willing and eager to take on Jade/metal smithing projects. I told him about my ring that's coming. He's willing to re polish the stone and melt the 18k ring to use the gold towards the new design. If there's more, then I'll pay, if there's extra gold, he will credit that towards his labor bill. I just really appreciate his can -do attitude, and his quick responses!

Thanks so much for the comps on the ball pendants. I'll write about the seller in the sellers list once I get the bangle and see how they made it.
I'll keep you posted about my daughters banded one! I think that he used yellow gold though. He may not have understood, or missed the part about wanting rose gold. Oh well, Jade fate!

 

[Lots love]

Pretty soft blue!

Calculating the area of a circle and an oval is one way to get an idea. 53x47 or 52x48 ovals would be around the same area as 50-51 rounds.

Thank you so much yes it's very soothing bangle i love it finding my relaxation bangle [emoji300]️[emoji300]️

 

[clairejune]

Lots love, how many bangles have you collected now? Do you have a particular favorite?

 

[annetok]

Hmmm I'm looking at bangles again... How do I stop buying bangles? all of my bangles are my favorite bangles. How is that even possible?! Haha

 

[Junkenpo]

Hmmm I'm looking at bangles again... How do I stop buying bangles? all of my bangles are my favorite bangles. How is that even possible?! Haha

Start buying rings? lol

Buying other jade jewelr.y just expanded my hunt. I thought I was done with bangles, and then Bubba happened. lol I think I would need to stop interneting altogether to be done with jade. hehe

Here's my fave ring that I just discovered. Can't afford it now , otherwise I'd have pulled the trigger. Matching earrings with that seller, too.

 

[Jade4Me]

You mean a screw on bangle thy would look like it it one price but can unscrew.....that would be amazing because you can get a really close fit. I admire hinged bangles and carved bangles on others but personally I prefer just a regular bangle.
You should definitely ask your jeweller if they can do this for you. That bangle you were lookig is very pretty.

Yes exactly! I think a 48-49 would fit my wrist nicely, but only a hinged one could fit...unless I want to dislocate my thumb...

 

[2boys_jademommy]

Lol!! U made me laugh!!! I HOPE THE SAME THING !!! I have 4 boys and no one to pass my purse or bangle collections too...my boys appreciate them?? Pssh!! Yeah right!!!! so I hope I get girl babies out of my boys.. I hope I get one named after me LOL!!! For all the craziness I ve dealt with!

4 boys wow MsBlue! I have two boys and they are 8 and 10. Maybe someday I'll have a grand daughter to dress up in jade - or daughter in law)

 

[Jade4Me]

Thanks for reminding me about your challenged communications with Jojo, Claire. I can't wait to see how your ring turns out with Churk. I like how he's willing to credit you for any extra gold. I think it can be too easy to be dishonest about just how much gold is needed for a project.

I must admit I too was surprised at how versatile I've found Moon Cake to be. I truly thought she'd be an occasional novelty color in my daily bangle changes, but now I know she'll be frequently in my rotations!

 

[2boys_jademommy]

Early in my jewelry days, I wanted an example of each stone so I bought this jade bib and earring set from an online site. They were supposedly from a Beverly Hills estate sale and are circa late 1930s to early 40s. Earrings are screwbacks. Both necklace and earrings are stamped 18KT.

The color IRL is best described as moss, it looks darker in pics.

I like the geometric look of the necklace and eaarings. So cool! They certainly make a statement I'm sure when worn with say a simple black dress.