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Leamb if you scroll down further from the Jade Lovers thread you'll find a thread called "Reputable Jade Sellers List". Very helpful info in there.
Also in the Jewelry Reference Forum there's a Jade and Jadeite Photos Only thread which is very educational imo.
Hope this helps.
 
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leamb said:
Hi there, i understand that Ultimate Jadeite is highly regarded in this Jade thread. can i check if any one of you have had your bangles from her appraised by someone else/ another jeweler? How do we know if it's of good quality? Would appreciate any input, thank you folks :smile:
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I myself have gotten bangles that I bought from my favorite jeweler Alice appraised from the GIA and the Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory after purchasing just so that I could be sure.
 
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leamb said:
Hi there, i understand that Ultimate Jadeite is highly regarded in this Jade thread. can i check if any one of you have had your bangles from her appraised by someone else/ another jeweler? How do we know if it's of good quality? Would appreciate any input, thank you folks :)
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You can request from Ultimate Jadeite to appraise whether her bangles are grade A jadeite. She will get it appraise from NGI which stands for Nan Yang Gemological Institute. This is an independent gem testing and Jewellery appraisal laboratory and is reputable in Singapore.
 
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Pirard said:
Let's not confuse the difference between a gemological report and an appraisal. An appraisal places a value on an item...in other words, it defines worth for insurance purposes, for replacement value, or for market value. A gemological report does not asses the value of an item, but only its physical properties to offer identification.
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Oh yes Pirard you are right. I believe the correct word to verify Grade A would be certify.
 
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Pirard said:
Let's not confuse the difference between a gemological report and an appraisal. An appraisal places a value on an item...in other words, it defines worth for insurance purposes, for replacement value, or for market value. A gemological report does not asses the value of an item, but only its physical properties to offer identification.
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Pirard, that is a very good point. It is true that just bcos an item is Grade A jadeite it doesn't necessarily mean that it is of good quality or valuable.
 
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Pirard said:
Let's not confuse the difference between a gemological report and an appraisal. An appraisal places a value on an item...in other words, it defines worth for insurance purposes, for replacement value, or for market value. A gemological report does not asses the value of an item, but only its physical properties to offer identification.
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Pirard, you are right. The gemological report does not place a value. In fact, I heard from people that it is difficult to put a value on jade. So far, imperial jade is the most valuable but it also depends on colour, texture and transparency.
 
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Purse Nut said:
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Leamb if you scroll down further from the Jade Lovers thread you'll find a thread called "Reputable Jade Sellers List". Very helpful info in there.
Also in the Jewelry Reference Forum there's a Jade and Jadeite Photos Only thread which is very educational imo.
Hope this helps.
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Yes thank you, i'm looking at these pictures now. it's just that i'm considering getting another bangle and wondering if her prices are inflated or fair.

Silver Mom said:
Very good point.
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jadelover said:
You can request from Ultimate Jadeite to appraise whether her bangles are grade A jadeite. She will get it appraise from NGI which stands for Nan Yang Gemological Institute. This is an independent gem testing and Jewellery appraisal laboratory and is reputable in Singapore.
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Yes, i'm aware. just being more cautious as i've noticed that there are many scammers on the online market and even certs can be falsified. Her jade is very beautiful though!
 
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leamb said:
Yes thank you, i'm looking at these pictures now. it's just that i'm considering getting another bangle and wondering if her prices are inflated or fair.
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In the first jade thread, a few years back someone that lived in an Asian country that had better access to jade (brick and mortar stores, jade markets, taobao, etc) mentioned that UJ's prices were a bit inflated for the quality of the jadeite. For me, since I have access mostly limited to online purchases from vetted sources and not comfortable with haggling, I think the security of knowing I'm getting grade A jadeite somewhat offset the higher prices. Plus, UJ has a variety of sizes, colors, and styles and an easy return policy.

I was very price conscious when I started collecting, so I tended to lean toward inexpensive, opaque jadeite with minor flaws. I've been pretty happy with all my purchases from UJ.
 
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leamb said:
Yes thank you, i'm looking at these pictures now. it's just that i'm considering getting another bangle and wondering if her prices are inflated or fair.





Yes, i'm aware. just being more cautious as i've noticed that there are many scammers on the online market and even certs can be falsified. Her jade is very beautiful though!
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Junkenpo said:
In the first jade thread, a few years back someone that lived in an Asian country that had better access to jade (brick and mortar stores, jade markets, taobao, etc) mentioned that UJ's prices were a bit inflated for the quality of the jadeite. For me, since I have access mostly limited to online purchases from vetted sources and not comfortable with haggling, I think the security of knowing I'm getting grade A jadeite somewhat offset the higher prices. Plus, UJ has a variety of sizes, colors, and styles and an easy return policy.

I was very price conscious when I started collecting, so I tended to lean toward inexpensive, opaque jadeite with minor flaws. I've been pretty happy with all my purchases from UJ.
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I agree with Junkenpo. As someone who lives in Asia, UJ's prices are on the high side compared to the jade sold in shops, for the same quality. And that's not forgetting that brick and mortar shops have to pay rent while being an online store, UJ does not. In fact, with some time, effort and scavenging, it is possible to find jade of better quality in shops for lower prices.

However, if u do not have access to reputable shops where u live, or u find it easier to buy online, then UJ is a good online source for Grade A jadeite.
 
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Junkenpo said:
In the first jade thread, a few years back someone that lived in an Asian country that had better access to jade (brick and mortar stores, jade markets, taobao, etc) mentioned that UJ's prices were a bit inflated for the quality of the jadeite. For me, since I have access mostly limited to online purchases from vetted sources and not comfortable with haggling, I think the security of knowing I'm getting grade A jadeite somewhat offset the higher prices. Plus, UJ has a variety of sizes, colors, and styles and an easy return policy.

I was very price conscious when I started collecting, so I tended to lean toward inexpensive, opaque jadeite with minor flaws. I've been pretty happy with all my purchases from UJ.
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Yes i can understand where you're coming from. Good to hear that you have had great experiences with UJ. I am in Asian country, so it's easier access for me.. hence wondering if i have other options..
 
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Junkenpo said:
In the first jade thread, a few years back someone that lived in an Asian country that had better access to jade (brick and mortar stores, jade markets, taobao, etc) mentioned that UJ's prices were a bit inflated for the quality of the jadeite. For me, since I have access mostly limited to online purchases from vetted sources and not comfortable with haggling, I think the security of knowing I'm getting grade A jadeite somewhat offset the higher prices. Plus, UJ has a variety of sizes, colors, and styles and an easy return policy.

I was very price conscious when I started collecting, so I tended to lean toward inexpensive, opaque jadeite with minor flaws. I've been pretty happy with all my purchases from UJ.
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My feelings exactly JKP.
The bangle I just got last week from UJ is my first at a higher price point for $288. Prior to that they were $33 and under.
Buying from UJ is kinda like a Jade purchase with insurance, it's real & flaws disclosed, and returnable under the right conditions.
 
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