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2boys_jademommy said:
As for the fit it seems okay but honestly it's not too accurate the way you are estimating the fit because the paper is flimsy. Jade is cool so don't worry that your wrist will be hot as I doubt anyone can get a bangle that snug so as to sweat:)
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Yeah, it's a bit naff. Also the baby tore it in half so I had to tape it together lol. But I was getting so confused with the measuring tables and the sizing I thought I'd give it a little whirl ;) It was fun drawing the dimensions on the paper and seeing it come more to life though. I did it with a few and I can't believe how teeny tiny some are!
 
#3,992
Not loopy at all 😜
I'm not sure the answer to your question regarding weight. I assume the bigger bangles weigh more. If it is thicker or wider and has and larger diameter more jade is needed to make the bangle. I do know jade is supposed to feel heavier than it looks...
 
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annetok said:
Hi Jadies! I was looking around for nephrites. On etsy some odd things came up. The sellers call these "Hetian" jade but I don't remember nephrite being banded like agate. Here's an example: https://www.etsy.com/listing/207272146/61mm-hetian-jade-bangle-for-jewelry?ref=shop_home_active_22

What stone could this be?

Thanks!
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That is what they call Afghanistan jade on Ebay which sells for $3 U.S.-about $20. My father gave me one a while back and it cracked very quickly. I'm pretty sure they are agate, or have no jade in them at all.
 
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Crosso, I've always loved your Maw sit sit bangle and so happy to see you wearing her.
Nexiv, I've never owned a fatty bangle before but your making me want to search for one myself. She's lovely!!
NYP, if you keep getting such gorgeous gifts from your kind friend, you won't need to search for more!! She has great taste and that bangle is to die for!!
 
#3,995
nexiv said:
Churk has very kindly sent me some more photos for us to enjoy of fatty :D

II haven't pulled the trigger yet, mainly because I'm borrowing from the other half temporarily for it and I hate asking for money, so I'm working up the courage to get confirmation from him lol. How silly, but I hate borrowing money, even if only in the short term.


Oh, and I made a "fake fatty" out of paper to check the size and fit. I'll post some pics of how she fits in a sec x
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I was originally going to get this bangle from churk and have him make the diameter bigger to fit me, but he recommended a different bangle that I ended up not liking. I wish I would have stuck with this one! I think you should get it.
 
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teagansmum said:
That is what they call Afghanistan jade on Ebay which sells for $3 U.S.-about $20. My father gave me one a while back and it cracked very quickly. I'm pretty sure they are agate, or have no jade in them at all.
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I just looked some more at this seller's bangles and all look like serpentine or agate. When I looked up Afghanistan jade on the internet, they say it's a form of serpentine. So Tea good guess that they have no jade in them at all.
 
#3,998
Hi jadies!

I like all the discussion about jade size and weight. I love a nice heavy bangle and sometimes I like smaller light ones. Princesses are my fave shape because I like way they rock on the wrist and are easier to wiggle on and off.

The thicker the bangle, the heavier it is and the "taller" it will be, even when tight on the wrist. If you are someone (like me) that knocks into doorways and clips counter tops and chairs... this is something to consider.


Princesses

From fingertips down: Baby Bangle, Storm, Baby Princess, Lippy, SuperGreen, First Princess, Granny Smith, Rice, and Cat

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*NYC Princess* said:
My dear friend that I bought Dream from sent me a gift!!
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Sweet! What are great gift!

nexiv said:
Churk has very kindly sent me some more photos for us to enjoy of fatty :D

II haven't pulled the trigger yet, mainly because I'm borrowing from the other half temporarily for it and I hate asking for money, so I'm working up the courage to get confirmation from him lol. How silly, but I hate borrowing money, even if only in the short term.


Oh, and I made a "fake fatty" out of paper to check the size and fit. I'll post some pics of how she fits in a sec x
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Great pictures! She looks like a nice chubby princess that's very round. First Princess and SuperGreen have the thickest, best "round" for me.

crosso said:
I'm wearing my maw sit sit bangle today and took some pictures since I was recently asked about translucency. It's actually more translucent than I remembered in the light, but since it doesn't appear so on my arm, I think of it as more opaque. It's really a lovely stone. I ordered a maw sit sit mala and some green silk thread to create an opera length necklace to either knot or double to wear with it! 😊
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What a great green! I'm envious... I would love something in maw sit!
 
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2boys_jademommy said:
BabyDarling that's great that you are going to look for a bangle for your mom:) My maternal grandma who has passed away used to wear a green princess bangle. I have only discovered that I adore jade bangles about 3 + years ago. My mom however does not share the love. In fact she doesn't wear any jewellery. She wears make up and dresses nice even at her age but no jewllery except for a plain wedding band and so I said I will wear enough for the both of us lol!
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Haha works well for everyone!!
 
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crosso said:
I'm wearing my maw sit sit bangle today and took some pictures since I was recently asked about translucency. It's actually more translucent than I remembered in the light, but since it doesn't appear so on my arm, I think of it as more opaque. It's really a lovely stone. I ordered a maw sit sit mala and some green silk thread to create an opera length necklace to either knot or double to wear with it! 😊
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Please post the beads when you receive them! I've been considering Maw Sit Sit beads to make a necklace inspired by Barbara Hutton's famous luscious green jadeite bead necklace. I love this bangle of yours and actually eyed it for awhile, but the size was not quite right for me.
 
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