The JADE thread!

TPF may earn a commission from merchant affiliate
links, including eBay, Amazon, and others

#11,671
Hi jadies!

Neat thoughts about matching jades to outfits and to skin colorings. I do think lighter, opaque colors look nice with my browner skin, but I also love black. I don't usually try to match my bangles to my outfits, but I do try to avoid mixing too many colors. lol I remember reading somewhere that a good rule of thumb is to put on everything that you want, and then take at least one thing off. I have a tendency to wear bangle or bracelet on both wrists (sometimes stacking) and a necklace and earrings (2 holes pierced on each ear) and sometimes I think I go overboard since I'm not that tall. hahaha

Today I wore my onyx bracelet and First Princess.

Purse Nut said:
Hi Jadies! Been lurking here enjoying the gorgeous pieces.
Would like opinions on this piece.
Click to expand...

The colors are really pretty! But I think that it is treated jadeite. It looks like this seller differentiates between "jade" and "jadeite jade" and "grade A jadeite jade". If you are interested in untreated jadeite, then I would narrow down to their listings that identify as "grade a jadeite jade". If you are just looking for a pretty stone bangle, and don't mind treatments, then I think it would just be a color/cost choice.
 
  • Like
Reactions: 2boys_jademommy and BattahZ
#11,672
Junkenpo said:
Hi jadies!

Neat thoughts about matching jades to outfits and to skin colorings. I do think lighter, opaque colors look nice with my browner skin, but I also love black. I don't usually try to match my bangles to my outfits, but I do try to avoid mixing too many colors. lol I remember reading somewhere that a good rule of thumb is to put on everything that you want, and then take at least one thing off. I have a tendency to wear bangle or bracelet on both wrists (sometimes stacking) and a necklace and earrings (2 holes pierced on each ear) and sometimes I think I go overboard since I'm not that tall. hahaha

Today I wore my onyx bracelet and First Princess.



The colors are really pretty! But I think that it is treated jadeite. It looks like this seller differentiates between "jade" and "jadeite jade" and "grade A jadeite jade". If you are interested in untreated jadeite, then I would narrow down to their listings that identify as "grade a jadeite jade". If you are just looking for a pretty stone bangle, and don't mind treatments, then I think it would just be a color/cost choice.
Click to expand...

I try not to wear too much jewellery too and I don't stack. Most days I wear a bangle on each wrist, a ring on each ring finger, earrings (one hole per ear) and an earring in my left upper cartilage. I don't wear necklaces much - maybe once a week. Because I'm so short / petite I feel as though necklaces in particular can look too much on me.
 
#11,673
Thanks for the jade wisdom junkenpo & jademommy. I will look for Grade A.
Nice to learn new aspects about jade that had never occurred to me. I have a 4 piece set a got approx 30 or so years ago, a pendent & earring set from my DM, & a ring I got about 10 yrs ago I'm pretty sure is jade. Paid 30 or so dollars for it at a pawn shop. Always thought jade is special.
 
  • Like
Reactions: 2boys_jademommy
#11,674
Purse Nut said:
Hi Jadies! Been lurking here enjoying the gorgeous pieces.
Would like opinions on this piece.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/152173692630
I really love the colors.
Click to expand...
Welcome! I'm new, too, it's fun here and the jadies are lovely :)

I've looked at that seller, too, and here's my attempt to translate their listings - vintage jade could be anything. Jadeite or grade a jadeite looks like treated jade. When it says certified jadeite, that looks like it might indicate actual grade a/untreated. But I'm just guessing! It's a pretty bangle for sure!

Sent from my SM-G935V using PurseForum mobile app
 
  • Like
Reactions: 2boys_jademommy
#11,675
Purse Nut said:
Thanks for the jade wisdom junkenpo & jademommy. I will look for Grade A.
Nice to learn new aspects about jade that had never occurred to me. I have a 4 piece set a got approx 30 or so years ago, a pendent & earring set from my DM, & a ring I got about 10 yrs ago I'm pretty sure is jade. Paid 30 or so dollars for it at a pawn shop. Always thought jade is special.
Click to expand...
I think Jade is special too Purse Nut:) Would love to see your collection if your feel like posting it :p
 
#11,676
Junkenpo said:
Hi jadies!

Neat thoughts about matching jades to outfits and to skin colorings. I do think lighter, opaque colors look nice with my browner skin, but I also love black. I don't usually try to match my bangles to my outfits, but I do try to avoid mixing too many colors. lol I remember reading somewhere that a good rule of thumb is to put on everything that you want, and then take at least one thing off. I have a tendency to wear bangle or bracelet on both wrists (sometimes stacking) and a necklace and earrings (2 holes pierced on each ear) and sometimes I think I go overboard since I'm not that tall. hahaha

Today I wore my onyx bracelet and First Princess.
Click to expand...

I don't have a ton of jade, but I've been sticking to fairly neutral colors so they don't clash with outfits and I can pick based on mood. I have two very pale lavenders, a slightly mottled grey, and one with a small green patch so they mostly go with everything. I have a "black" nephrite princess on the way but would love a bigger black D.

The guy I mentioned before from another forum is currently exploring his jade claim in BC and mentioned finding black nephrite with icy patches, so I'm going to wait to see what he finds!

Sent from my SM-G935V using PurseForum mobile app
 
#11,677
image.jpeg image.jpeg image.jpeg image.jpeg image.jpeg Hey C Rose I took another look and there are no markings on my bracelet. I put it on this morning but I just can't wear it out. I think I would be self conscious as I am very casual on the weekends. Maybe on a day when I dress up for work or the next formal event I go to I will pair it up with something black - black blazer or black dress etc. I took a few more pics. I don't think it is Jade but rather another similar stone
Edited to say not sure why the last two images repeated. .
 
  • Like
Reactions: fanofjadeite, monroseniki, Cyanide Rose and 3 others
#11,678
BattahZ said:
I don't have a ton of jade, but I've been sticking to fairly neutral colors so they don't clash with outfits and I can pick based on mood. I have two very pale lavenders, a slightly mottled grey, and one with a small green patch so they mostly go with everything. I have a "black" nephrite princess on the way but would love a bigger black D.

The guy I mentioned before from another forum is currently exploring his jade claim in BC and mentioned finding black nephrite with icy patches, so I'm going to wait to see what he finds!

Sent from my SM-G935V using PurseForum mobile app
Click to expand...

Hi Battah
BattahZ said:
I don't have a ton of jade, but I've been sticking to fairly neutral colors so they don't clash with outfits and I can pick based on mood. I have two very pale lavenders, a slightly mottled grey, and one with a small green patch so they mostly go with everything. I have a "black" nephrite princess on the way but would love a bigger black D.

The guy I mentioned before from another forum is currently exploring his jade claim in BC and mentioned finding black nephrite with icy patches, so I'm going to wait to see what he finds!

Sent from my SM-G935V using PurseForum mobile app
Click to expand...

Oh how exciting! Someone found black nephrite in BC? Please let us know if you hear more.
I have an all black bangle ( it's actually very dark green but under most light it looks totally black) I would love to have a black one with icy / grey patches. I think it would look great with winter sweaters.
 
#11,679
2boys_jademommy said:
View attachment 3469017 View attachment 3469018 View attachment 3469019 View attachment 3469017 View attachment 3469018 Hey C Rose I took another look and there are no markings on my bracelet. I put it on this morning but I just can't wear it out. I think I would be self conscious as I am very casual on the weekends. Maybe on a day when I dress up for work or the next formal event I go to I will pair it up with something black - black blazer or black dress etc. I took a few more pics. I don't think it is Jade but rather another similar stone
Edited to say not sure why the last two images repeated. .
Click to expand...

It really looks beautiful on you but I do get it, that it's not your style. It looks like there are white/ clear stone in some settings, mainly the stand alone ones. They very well could be diamonds. It wouldn't hurt to have it tested at your jewelers, if you want definite answers. It doesn't look inexpensive at all and it is very well made. I don't see any signs of gold fill at all. It's really worth a look see from a jeweler.

I [emoji173]️ your ring! It looks vintage as well. It is gorgeous! I love that vintage texture, it looks amazing on you!
 
  • Like
Reactions: 2boys_jademommy
#11,681
Cyanide Rose said:
It really looks beautiful on you but I do get it, that it's not your style. It looks like there are white/ clear stone in some settings, mainly the stand alone ones. They very well could be diamonds. It wouldn't hurt to have it tested at your jewelers, if you want definite answers. It doesn't look inexpensive at all and it is very well made. I don't see any signs of gold fill at all. It's really worth a look see from a jeweler.

I [emoji173]️ your ring! It looks vintage as well. It is gorgeous! I love that vintage texture, it looks amazing on you!
Click to expand...

Thanks CRose. There are little diamonds in there. I doubt I will get it tested since I'm fairly certain it isn't jadeite. My dad said he thinks he paid 900.00 Cdn for it approx 35 years ago and I'm thinking that would be very good if this is Jade due to the colour but not so good if it isn't Jade lol!
Thank you on the component on my ring. I love vintage looking jewellery too :p
 
Last edited:
You must log in or register to reply here.
Top