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Ok Jadies another question [emoji4] I have a princess bangle that is around 60 grams that I recently purchased. It tests as jadeite and doesn't fluoresce. So can I assume that a bangle that is being advertised as jadeite and is around the same size and width should weigh around the same? I see similar bangles in size and width weighing 20 grams less but are guaranteed to be jadeite, is this possible?
 
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udalrike said:
C Rose, Dawn is banded. I bought her this way and it was my own risk that I put her on (and the black bangle which was a gift) knowing that I can´t remove them.
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Hey Uli are you sure you can not remove them because they say if it can go on, it can come off.....They are gorgeous so I am sure you don't mind them permanently on but just wondering if it absolutely can not come off. I remember one of the Jadies here had a bangle stuck for at least a few weeks but did manage to get it off.
 
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Cyanide Rose said:
Ok Jadies another question [emoji4] I have a princess bangle that is around 60 grams that I recently purchased. It tests as jadeite and doesn't fluoresce. So can I assume that a bangle that is being advertised as jadeite and is around the same size and width should weigh around the same? I see similar bangles in size and width weighing 20 grams less but are guaranteed to be jadeite, is this possible?
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I would think that two bangles (jadeite) in same size and width should weigh around the same.
 
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Morning jadies!

lovely bangle shots all!

Here's an older pic: Opeapea with DW's "bad" side. lol Today I'm actually wearing Smoke on the right and Elsa (white carved) on the left.

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Cyanide Rose said:
Ok Jadies another question [emoji4] I have a princess bangle that is around 60 grams that I recently purchased. It tests as jadeite and doesn't fluoresce. So can I assume that a bangle that is being advertised as jadeite and is around the same size and width should weigh around the same? I see similar bangles in size and width weighing 20 grams less but are guaranteed to be jadeite, is this possible?
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It also depends on thickness. I have some jade bangles with similar inner diameter and width, but one is a LOT thicker than the other and is heavier.
 
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piosavsfan said:
It also depends on thickness. I have some jade bangles with similar inner diameter and width, but one is a LOT thicker than the other and is heavier.
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Thanks piosavsfan [emoji4] With fake certs and all, I'm just very skeptical. I really want a darker green bangle with a bit of some other colors in jadeite and finding one is a bit of a challenge.
 
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designergoods said:
I am sorry that I cant comment myself on a having a banded bangle. However, if you are in the market to get one done, I hear that Churk does a fantastic job working with metal and jade. He redid Crossos hinged lavender bangle and she was happy with his work...it came out lovely.
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DG, you are right - Churk did the work on Lila,and was so professional with communication and pics every step of the way. (Wearing her today and posted a pic in the photos only thread). I was very happy with his work and wonderful customer service.
LOVE Blush, btw! Hard to find a pink lavender grade a - she's a beauty and so rare!

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I have a few questions for you jadies that have been collecting for awhile (mostly in the U.S.) Is it just me or do you all see rising prices in the marketplace for jade that is readily available to us for lesser quality? Do any of you look at jade as investment pieces? I've only been actively collecting for about 5 years, but feel so lucky to have acquired some of the pieces I have and enjoy them immensely. What is your opinion - has it gotten more difficult to find quality grade a pieces at a reasonable price from sources you can trust?

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crosso said:
I have a few questions for you jadies that have been collecting for awhile (mostly in the U.S.) Is it just me or do you all see rising prices in the marketplace for jade that is readily available to us for lesser quality? Do any of you look at jade as investment pieces? I've only been actively collecting for about 5 years, but feel so lucky to have acquired some of the pieces I have and enjoy them immensely. What is your opinion - has it gotten more difficult to find quality grade a pieces at a reasonable price from sources you can trust?

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Hi Crosso I'm not in the States but yes I do find the price of Jade rising. There are a few stores I trust and check out every so often and it is hard to find a decent quality grade A piece for under $1500.00 CDN (approx $1200.00 Usd) I notice there are lower price points online but I still get nervous buying online. I do think Jade will only get more expensive - especially nephrite. Jadiete has long been highly prized but it seems as though nephrite is gaining popularity.
 
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crosso said:
I have a few questions for you jadies that have been collecting for awhile (mostly in the U.S.) Is it just me or do you all see rising prices in the marketplace for jade that is readily available to us for lesser quality? Do any of you look at jade as investment pieces? I've only been actively collecting for about 5 years, but feel so lucky to have acquired some of the pieces I have and enjoy them immensely. What is your opinion - has it gotten more difficult to find quality grade a pieces at a reasonable price from sources you can trust?

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Oh priceshave definitely risen in the last five years. I cannot find good quality jadeite at humane prices anymore and so I will hold on to all my pieces knowing that I can't replace them anymore
 
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