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Carved white jade pendant

Likely nephrite jade (actinolite–tremolite series); possibly jadeite or chalcedony

AI-generated identification · may be incorrect

Milky white, translucent, waxy-to-greasy luster with carved surfaces and brown inclusions/matrix. Nephrite has Mohs hardness 6–6.5, tough interlocking fibrous crystal structure, no obvious cleavage, and specific gravity about 2.9–3.1; the photograph alone cannot confirm species.

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Physical properties

Formation & geological history

Jade forms through metamorphic or metasomatic alteration, commonly in serpentinite-related rocks; nephrite is generally Paleozoic to younger, while jadeite forms in high-pressure subduction zones. This item is human-carved and cord-mounted.

Uses & applications

Used for pendants, beads, ornaments, sculpture, and historically tools; fine translucent white jade can be valuable, though this small carved piece appears primarily decorative.

Geological facts

The term “jade” properly refers mainly to nephrite or jadeite, which are distinguished by laboratory testing rather than appearance alone.

Field identification & locations

Likely jade if it feels unusually tough, cool, dense, and shows fibrous texture under magnification; hardness, specific gravity, refractive index, and Raman testing provide confirmation. Common sources include China, British Columbia, Siberia, Myanmar, and New Zealand.