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Jade Jewelries Are Treasured in Asia

Jade has become a status symbol where only the rich and the famous can wear one. There was even a time where jade is believed to preserve the human body even after death. Because of such belief, some ancient people decorate their tombs with jade. There was even one tomb containing one suit that was entirely made with jade materials. In some areas in Portugal, jade are believed to relieve kidney problems and was tagged as ‘piedre de ilharga’, which literally means the stones of the loins.

The more valuable jades are known as the Jadeite jade. It has a beautiful emerald green color with an elegant translucent appearance. Because of its rarity and beauty, Jadeite jade are also popularly called gem jades or imperial jade. Jadeite jades originate from Myanmar Nephrite jade, which is carved in China, is the more affordable kind of jade. It is medium to dark green in color. It can also contain some black streaks. Nephrite jades have different characteristics than jadeite jade. It is less rare and is more durable that’s why it’s a popular material for carvings. Nephrite jades are very abundant in some parts of Canada and California.

If you are decided to experience the beauty of jade yourself, be sure to get a jade jewelry that’s well worth your money. The colors and transparency of the jade you would choose should be uniform. Although some people may also find multi-colored jades very appealing. Prepare to shell out some real cash if you want to go for green jades, which are popular and can be a little pricey than other jades. Translucent jades are more expensive than the opaque ones. If you happen to see a single cracks or some other flaws, then try not to buy that piece. Lastly, be aware of jade counterfeits. There may be nephrite jades that are sold for the price of jadeite jades because of some color treatments they’ve undergone to intensify its green color. You may even chance upon fake sellers of “jades” well in fact they are selling quartz dyed green.

If you were a fan of oriental beauty, you would definitely love jade jewelries. Jade jewelries are treasured in Asia, particularly in China, for thousands of years. It has actually been referred to as their royal gemstone. Jade is as precious to Chinese culture as gold is valuable to most western culture. Jade jewelries do not only have such a cultural importance.

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