The JADE thread!

[fanofjadeite]

Stuuuunnnning stack Fanofjadeite!
Crosso, Iris is soooo gorgeous!

thanks, purse nut

 

[fanofjadeite]

Here's a pic of my humble jade set I've had for 30+ years or so. Was a gift from my husband when I was 20 something.

And this 14K set from my Mother's jewelry collection.

those are all very lovely, purse nut! i especially love the pair of earrings in the second pic.

 

[fanofjadeite]

My new jadeite bangle...View attachment 3476841View attachment 3476844View attachment 3476846

 

[Pirard]

Thanks! I am so taken by everyone's lovely pieces. I don't have much of a collection, but boy this stone sure does grow on ya!

 

[fanofjadeite]

pirard, i sent u a PM

 

[Purse Nut]

Wow PN, what a collection you have and what thoughtful gifts! All very nice...the butterfly pendant is adorable and the beads look yummy! Do you wear them much?

Thanks DH. I wear them often. Except for the bracelet. Need to replace the tongue part of the clasp. Lost it sometime ago. [emoji53]

 

[Purse Nut]

My new jadeite bangle...View attachment 3476841View attachment 3476844View attachment 3476846

OMG!!!! I am soooo loving the color and very-unlady-like DROOLING over this stunning bangle!!
[emoji92][emoji177][emoji178][emoji177][emoji92]Love it!

 

[Pirard]

Thank you Purse Nut...love your name, btw!

 

[Purse Nut]

Thanks Pirard. When I joined every name I thought of was taken. Then finally I tried this one and it was accepted. Lol. I love handbags and my jade-love is being fueled on this thread. I found it by accident. I love the history, cultural lore, and essence of Jade.

 

[crosso]

My new jadeite bangle...View attachment 3476841View attachment 3476844View attachment 3476846

Congratulations, Pirard! That's an exceptionally beautiful bangle - the perfect sweet lavender color and gorgeous, glossy translucency. Great choice! It fits you very nicely, too.

Sent from my SCH-I545 using PurseForum mobile app

 

[crosso]

Thanks for the compliments on Iris, jadies! I like to wear this one when I'm feeling quiet, as I feel like it's a subtle bangle with just the hint of lavender. I have two pendants I wear with her (wore the little bead today) depending on the neckline I'm wearing.

Sent from my SCH-I545 using PurseForum mobile app

 

[crosso]

Thanks Pirard. When I joined every name I thought of was taken. Then finally I tried this one and it was accepted. Lol. I love handbags and my jade-love is being fueled on this thread. I found it by accident. I love the history, cultural lore, and essence of Jade.

Me too, Purse Nut! The carvings and symbolism attract me just as much as the stone itself. The richness of the history, lore, craftsmanship and culture of jade is definitely a large part of it's allure to me.
In general, I tend to like vintage and antique jewelry for this same reason. Considering the 'dark side' of jadeite mining in modern times in humanitarian terms, I encourage everyone who loves it to seek out pre-loved pieces where one can to enjoy all these aspects of it's complex beauty with a little less guilt. [emoji5]

Sent from my SCH-I545 using PurseForum mobile app

 

[crosso]

LOVE your stack, Fano!!!!!

Iris is a beauty, Crosso!

Thanks Uli! Your new Melisnde is a beauty, too! So exotic! The delicate carving is lovely, especially in those pics with the sunlight shining through her.

Sent from my SCH-I545 using PurseForum mobile app

 

[crosso]

The baby with her new family.View attachment 3473516

All so exquisite, Silver Mom! It's a tough choice between your Siberian nephrite square and this new gorgeous jadeite as to my favorite green. They are both so vibrant and fresh!

Sent from my SCH-I545 using PurseForum mobile app

 

[designergoods]

Me too, Purse Nut! The carvings and symbolism attract me just as much as the stone itself. The richness of the history, lore, craftsmanship and culture of jade is definitely a large part of it's allure to me.
In general, I tend to like vintage and antique jewelry for this same reason. Considering the 'dark side' of jadeite mining in modern times in humanitarian terms, I encourage everyone who loves it to seek out pre-loved pieces where one can to enjoy all these aspects of it's complex beauty with a little less guilt. [emoji5]

Sent from my SCH-I545 using PurseForum mobile app

+1