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Jade is a green gem

This beautiful gemstone is adored in jewelry unusual green, although jade stones were used as weapons thousands of years ago. Soon, ancient civilizations discovered that jade could be valuable not only for its durability, but also for its extraordinary beauty. Jadeite has a very close relationship with Chinese culture. It is considered and considered as a bridge between this world and the next. Jade also played an important role in Maya and Maori culture. In each of these cultures, jade was considered priceless.

Jadeite - characteristics

The name jade is commonly used for two different minerals, jadeitu and nefrytu. In the case of jade, the intensity of the green color combined with the high degree of transparency is a key factor in the evaluation. Stones that are too dark in color or opaque are of lower value. Noble nephrites are usually cut in the form of a cabochon. The material used to make cabochons is generally of higher quality than the material used for carving, although there are exceptions.

jade jewelry

Jade, like most precious and decorative stones, has found its place as a beautiful finishing element for rings, earrings, pendants and all other types of jewelry that it decorates, giving them character and a calm green color.

Jade jewelry is suitable for everyday wear and is the perfect accessory for mature people.