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#466
AJadecent Angle said:
Hey! I still stop by mats_alice and look at her latest items, but I definitely trust her with selling natural bangles that aren't treated (since I've bought from her multiple times during 2020-2021 :lol: )
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Thank you for weighing in! I took a chance on a couple bangles, because really, it looked like everything going on there today (quality+pricing) still aligned with what was being said in the past. They arrive in a couple days, and to say I'm excited is a gross understatement!

Anyway, big thanks to this thread for all the resources. I truly learned so much!
 
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#468
LillyL said:
Anyone do business with GradejadeByMel on Etsy? How was your experience?
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Yep, someone has a long time ago actually. https://forum.purseblog.com/threads/the-reputable-jade-sellers-list.884042/page-14
One poster didn't have the best of experience due to a mixup as the seller seems to be a middleman seller similar to those jade broadcasters that shows off pieces of jade jewelries/carvings available for the day. Additionally the poster said that the piece they received wasn't jade, whether it be something else that is a jade misnomer OR it's treated jade I'm not sure. Although another seller from another forum (that's abbreviated as PS) also bought from them in 2020 and has had a pleasant experience with them.
So I personally think they're legit, just expect some issues with consistency and maybe tread with caution?
 
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#469
Alright, mats_alice (eBay) update for 2022! I bought two bangles from Alice. They shipped very quickly and arrived well-packaged and secure. These are my first bangles, and I was sure I'd have to return them for a larger size (turned out not to be the case), and Alice was very kind and willing to accommodate me. Alice is very upfront about natural flaws and includes many photos of the bangles to show as much detail as possible. I found the pieces to be very accurate to their photos and descriptions (of course, they look even better in person), and the pricing was very fair in my newbie opinion.

In summary, I'd confidently recommend mats_alice as a source of affordable jade advertised with honesty regarding flaws and qualities.
 
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#471
I have a positive experience with Ultimate Jadeite to toss onto the many others that have been mentioned here. Communication was excellent and prompt, photos were great quality, descriptions were very detailed, and the international shipping blew my mind by how quick it was!
 
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#472
Sharing my shopping experiences

I had good experiences with Ultimate Jadeite too. Pictures and descriptions are detailed and true to actual item received.

Yok dee - very pleasant and friendly, pictures as per described. Bangles collections are limited but they have nice accesories items. Bought pendants and earrings.

Li-hong - I purchased physically from their shop, very professional and also educated me the different qualities of jadeite. They have wide collections of items in the shop, Low to high end. Detailed explanation for the items purchased.

Little jadeite house - i did not have a good purchase experience as the stone lines are not stated and picture colour have some variations from actual piece. And their prices are getting more expensive.

Just my sharing. Happy shopping ☺️
 
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#474
gabz said:
I see jade bracelets often for about $90-100 cdn. Is this real jade? Maybe jadeite?
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Hi gabz! What seller are you looking at that has these prices? Depending on if the jade is treated/untreated and what the color/translucency/quality of the item is, it is definitely possible to find bangles at that price. However, at that price, bangles are likely to have low translucency (opaque), muddier colors, and may be lower in quality.... more stone lines, bigger grains or pores, etc. Kind of like this. I like opaque bangles, so that's not an issue for me.

If the price is low but the quality looks high, then the likelihood goes up of it being treated. Some folks don't mind wearing treated bangles, but treatments often lower the resiliency of the bangle to bumps, the color may change over time, and some are concerned about the chemicals used in treatments leaching into the skin. It is also possible that the stone might not be jadeite or nephrite, but is instead a similar-looking stone such as soapstone, serpentine, or agate.
 
#477
Hello! This is my first time posting. I have bought from Ultimate Jadeite before. However, I want a bangle that has a finer grain. I found a gorgeous one within my price range, but I’m worried about it’s legitimacy. The seller has assured me it’s grade A, untreated. It’s an Etsy seller by the name of GradeAJadeBangle, but in messages her name is Tara. She is a seller from Australia. She showed me a certificate and closer pictures (all attached) but the certificate looks a little sketchy? Some English words are misspelled as can be seen, but I saw reviews and everyone seemed happy. It’s just such a pretty bangle with a fair price. Has anyone bought from her before? Thanks

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#478
Sorry if this has already been addressed. I searched the thread but didn't see any mention of HarmonyOfJade on Etsy. Does anyone have experience or think they are reputable?

Thank you for your help!

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harmonyofjade - Etsy

Shop Rare Natural Jadeite Jade Jewelry Pieces From Burma by harmonyofjade located in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Top shop for gifts. Buyers bought gifts from this shop and gave them 5-star reviews!
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#480
JackieLai said:
Hello everyone, not sure if this shop has been mentioned but has anyone had any experience with Jadeshop.com?

Their pieces are amazing!
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Hi JackieLai. The jade is very pretty, but unfortunately looks like treated jade. Treated jade that looks like this for a low price is always too good to be true. If it were untreated, it would be an auction worthy piece of jade of 6 or 7 figures. Treated jadeite does not hold up over time and has been exposed to harsh chemicals to transform the jade into a resin impregnated, or colored or both.

This article is very good in explaining treated jadeite.

Natural vs Treated Jade by Mason-Kay

Mason-Kay's comprehensive brochure on natural jade vs treated jade. Buyer Beware - Jade Can Be Treated. Mason-Kay Jade Is Guaranteed Natural Jade. Ask for Mason-Kay jade by Name. Only buy jade from a reliable source and ask for a guarantee.
www.masonkay.com www.masonkay.com
 
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