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Green jade bead bracelet

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

AI-generated identification · may be incorrect

Small polished, pale-green beads with a waxy-to-vitreous luster. Jadeite and nephrite have Mohs hardness about 6–7 and 6–6.5, respectively; both are tough, compact materials.

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At a glance

Common name: Green jade bead bracelet
Scientific name: Jadeite (NaAlSi₂O₆) or nephrite (Ca₂(Mg,Fe)₅Si₈O₂₂(OH)₂); image alone cannot distinguish them
Category: gemstone
Identified: September 27, 2026
Method: Standard

AI Estimated Value

Approximately $10–$100 for a simple bracelet of common or treated material; verified high-quality jade can be worth substantially more.

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Physical properties

Small polished, pale-green beads with a waxy-to-vitreous luster. Jadeite and nephrite have Mohs hardness about 6–7 and 6–6.5, respectively; both are tough, compact materials.

Formation & geological history

Jade forms through metamorphic processes, commonly in high-pressure environments; geological ages vary by deposit. The beads have been cut and polished from natural material.

Uses & applications

Used for jewelry, carvings, and ornamental objects; jade is valued for durability and cultural significance.

Geological facts

“Jade” refers to two distinct minerals, jadeite and nephrite, which can look very similar; gemological testing is needed to identify which this bracelet contains.

Field identification & locations

Green color and polish are consistent with jade, but appearance cannot confirm identity or detect treatments. Major sources include Myanmar for jadeite and China, Canada, and New Zealand for nephrite.