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Carved jade pendant

Likely jadeite (NaAlSi₂O₆) or nephrite (Ca₂(Mg,Fe)₅Si₈O₂₂(OH)₂); the image alone cannot distinguish them

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Pale green, polished and intricately carved, with a waxy-to-greasy luster. Jadeite and nephrite are both tough, interlocking crystalline materials, typically Mohs hardness 6–7.

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Physical properties

Pale green, polished and intricately carved, with a waxy-to-greasy luster. Jadeite and nephrite are both tough, interlocking crystalline materials, typically Mohs hardness 6–7.

Formation & geological history

Natural jade forms through metamorphic processes, commonly in high-pressure subduction-zone settings; jade deposits span a wide range of geological ages. The pendant has been shaped and polished by human craft.

Uses & applications

Used for jewelry, carving, and ornamental objects; value depends strongly on material, translucency, color, workmanship, and authenticity.

Geological facts

“Jade” refers to two distinct minerals, jadeite and nephrite, which can look similar; laboratory testing may be needed to identify which one this is.

Field identification & locations

Its pale green color and elaborate carving are consistent with jade, but appearance alone cannot verify jade or determine whether it is dyed or treated. Jade is found notably in Myanmar, Guatemala, China, Canada, and New Zealand.