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Thanks 2boys_jademommy! This one feels dressier than my normal black jadeite one, so I probably won't wear it quite as much. I don't dress that elegantly every day!
I bet it would look perfect with sweaters and jeans - somehow I think it would work well with Fall/ Winter casual but perhaps not with shorts and tee lol:) Enjoy wearing it!!
 
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hello sisters!!!
I've been popping on and off looking at all your pretty bangles and such.
I just got my $20 everyday bangle because I cracked SpringSuperGreen on Christmas eve. I was pissed...so now she ll have to go to Churk to get banded....he did give me some great ideas and I'm happy and can't wait to send her off.
this new bangle I bargained down to $20....I'm glad I did...it's the wrong size!!! they told me it was 60mm (my size is 59-60mm) and it's a damn 57 or even 56mm!!!
when I got it I was so excited (as I always am when I get jade purchases!!) and although it looked small, I thought I would see if it indeed was. It slid right on and as soon as it passed "that bone" I thought to myself--"uh oh....this is no bueno....looks like we're stuck together for life lil chick" (the bangle)
the seller told me they would refund my $$ but I told them--"how...I don't think I can get it off...it's on for the long haul.."
So while I do like the color and everything.. I'm also someone who switches out her bangles kinda often...I also color coordinate them (I'm weird like that lol..)
but anyway...her name is Princess Pea ...because she's a weird pea green....
so much for color coordinating now

Hi ms_lb13,

Thats a really pretty colour that complements your skin tone, the bangle width looks just about right too :) it sounds like a really good deal!

I COMPLETELY understand how you're feeling right now as I'm a 59-60mm too and the bright green wispy / white bangle I got was sold to me as a 57mm and I happily popped it in without thinking - it took 20 mins to get it in and removing it was a totally different feat all together!

I had 3 pretty bad bruises around the "bone" and knuckle area for a few days and when I measured it, that was probably a 55.5-56mm at best [emoji26] still recovering from taking it out but I like switching arm candy too so I had to get to removing it sooner or later lol!
 
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View attachment 3580513Hi jadies! Just popping by to share a pic of my new carved, 14k hinged black nephrite bangle. I am quite pleased with it!
I have one more green nephrite hinged on the way and will share a pic when it arrives.
Most of my collection is jadeite and I only had one hinged bangle, so thought these two new ones round it out nicely.
Hope you are all well![emoji4]
UPDATE: Sad to report that back it goes. It's very pretty, but felt a little light to me. Even with the gold, the SG should be somewhat close to the 2.95 of nephrite. Nope. This one was 2.4, which is close to the 2.5-2.7 of onyx, considering the inclusion of gold in the bangle. I politely reported my finding to the seller and asked if he had any gemological report or jeweler appraisal that would establish it as nephrite. I offered to keep it because it is pretty, but at about half the price I paid, which was more than fair, as onyx does not command nearly the price that nice nephrite does. He immediately asked me to return, which I'm also happy to do.
We frequently discuss fake or treated jadeite on the thread, but seldom nephrite. Buyer beware, any opaque black gem can easily be misrepresented, especially when set.
 
UPDATE: Sad to report that back it goes. It's very pretty, but felt a little light to me. Even with the gold, the SG should be somewhat close to the 2.95 of nephrite. Nope. This one was 2.4, which is close to the 2.5-2.7 of onyx, considering the inclusion of gold in the bangle. I politely reported my finding to the seller and asked if he had any gemological report or jeweler appraisal that would establish it as nephrite. I offered to keep it because it is pretty, but at about half the price I paid, which was more than fair, as onyx does not command nearly the price that nice nephrite does. He immediately asked me to return, which I'm also happy to do.
We frequently discuss fake or treated jadeite on the thread, but seldom nephrite. Buyer beware, any opaque black gem can easily be misrepresented, especially when set.
Oh I'm sorry to hear this Crosso. At least the seller is willing to accept a return. Maybe he or she didn't even know. Thanks for the heads up that while nephrite is not usually treated it can be misrepresented. It's too bad this one did not check out and the seller didn't want to meet you half way on the price.
 
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Oh I'm sorry to hear this Crosso. At least the seller is willing to accept a return. Maybe he or she didn't even know. Thanks for the heads up that while nephrite is not usually treated it can be misrepresented. It's too bad this one did not check out and the seller didn't want to meet you half way on the price.
Thanks, 2boys. Live and learn. I did note that the seller offers returns within 30 days, so didn't expect a problem, but glad he was also very polite nonetheless. He may not have known - or he may be willing to take his chances with someone less educated and relist as the bangle nephrite once I return it. Not my problem, but I do like to try to protect fellow jadies. If your interest and research into jade has brought you here, I figure you should be made aware of potential issues when purchasing jade.[emoji6]
 
Hi ms_lb13,

Thats a really pretty colour that complements your skin tone, the bangle width looks just about right too :smile: it sounds like a really good deal!

I COMPLETELY understand how you're feeling right now as I'm a 59-60mm too and the bright green wispy / white bangle I got was sold to me as a 57mm and I happily popped it in without thinking - it took 20 mins to get it in and removing it was a totally different feat all together!

I had 3 pretty bad bruises around the "bone" and knuckle area for a few days and when I measured it, that was probably a 55.5-56mm at best [emoji26] still recovering from taking it out but I like switching arm candy too so I had to get to removing it sooner or later lol!
GEEZ!!! Maybe we bought from the same seller!!!!
that's awful.
I can only imagine that would be my fate if I try to slip it off now. it's on there. I'm chunky (not a skinny woman at all) but my wrists and arms aren't really that thick lol. this bangle makes it look like they are for sure.
in the pic...my arm looks kind of red and idk why? I do have a bit of red in my skin tone...it seems more yellowish...it was thinking maybe it was because my skin is so dry lol!!!
yes....it definitely seems that some sellers have their sizes all mixed up!!! this has never happened to me ever.
thanks for the compliments!!!
 
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UPDATE: Sad to report that back it goes. It's very pretty, but felt a little light to me. Even with the gold, the SG should be somewhat close to the 2.95 of nephrite. Nope. This one was 2.4, which is close to the 2.5-2.7 of onyx, considering the inclusion of gold in the bangle. I politely reported my finding to the seller and asked if he had any gemological report or jeweler appraisal that would establish it as nephrite. I offered to keep it because it is pretty, but at about half the price I paid, which was more than fair, as onyx does not command nearly the price that nice nephrite does. He immediately asked me to return, which I'm also happy to do.
We frequently discuss fake or treated jadeite on the thread, but seldom nephrite. Buyer beware, any opaque black gem can easily be misrepresented, especially when set.
WOW!!!!
that isn't cool. can you mention the name.in the reputable sellers list as someone to be somewhat wary of???
that was a nice bangle too....but.no..onyx isn't the same....I wonder how it would wear in the long run? I saw a pretty rose quartz bangle but I am unsure of how these other bangles will fair in my day to day activities.
sorry your new bangle didn't pan out how it could have
 
Hello Jadies and Happy New Year!! I haven't been on in ages due to many changes and just had my gall bladder out on Friday which has given me some time to pop on. I haven't been jade hunting in a while, but Jade4me knew I was searching for a thick chubby Princess (12mm thick) and she showed me this one. I'm so happy to announce the arrival of "Granny"! She goes from light green, to lavender blue grey with honey spots, in different lighting and feels so calming. I love how smooth she feels all round, with no rough spots. Took a while to get use to her weight, but I've been sleeping with her on and she's so comfortable. Here is a photo taken in the car..
I love the red/how eyes spots teagansmum!!!! I love chunky bangles like this....they are so sturdy. I love translucents but opaques and opaque/translucents have a very special place in my heart for sure.. .I really dig your bangle!! I'm soo jealous!!!! I love the lavender grays a bunch!!! and the name fits her perfect!!!!
 
Hello Jadies and Happy New Year!! I haven't been on in ages due to many changes and just had my gall bladder out on Friday which has given me some time to pop on. I haven't been jade hunting in a while, but Jade4me knew I was searching for a thick chubby Princess (12mm thick) and she showed me this one. I'm so happy to announce the arrival of "Granny"! She goes from light green, to lavender blue grey with honey spots, in different lighting and feels so calming. I love how smooth she feels all round, with no rough spots. Took a while to get use to her weight, but I've been sleeping with her on and she's so comfortable. Here is a photo taken in the car..
oh and get well soon!!! gallbladder probs are no fun. I had mine out 13 yrs ago and it's weird but I love hot foods and now when I eat them the "place" where my gallbladder use to be "hurts" when I eat hot stuff (??)
it's definitely a change.
take it easy and good thoughts going your way!!
 
I ve seen SCADS of lavenders recently....they are around $500--1800 usd....
I am sad since I don't have that much to spend on a bangle at the moment....tried to tell my hubbs it would be an investment and he kinda rolled his eyes at me lol!!

I'm incredibly picky for my lavender bangle; I have something very specific in mind in terms of sizing (55 - 56), thickness (10mm+ but might also consider 9.5mm+) and colour (not too vivid, but must be "watery"). Like these for example:
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Sadly, everything I've had my eye on so far has been already sold, not in my size, or $10k+ :frown:
 
Morning jadies!

I love all the sharing and new jade on forum!

I'm wearing SG today, but have been swapping out on the left quite a bit. I also have been trying to swap out my smaller bits. I normally default to my monkey/ruyi pendant, but yesterday I wore my bigger beads choker. (not with this tank top, though). I love the weight of it.

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