gemstone

Green jade, likely jadeite

Jadeite (NaAlSi₂O₆); possibly nephrite, which cannot be distinguished confidently from the photo

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Polished, translucent green stone with a waxy-to-vitreous luster. Jadeite hardness is 6.5–7 Mohs; nephrite is 6–6.5; both have interlocking fibrous or granular crystal structures and no obvious cleavage. The visible marks may be surface reflections or inclusions.

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Physical properties

Formation & geological history

Jade forms through metamorphic processes, commonly in subduction-zone rocks; jadeite-bearing deposits are especially associated with Myanmar, while nephrite occurs in many regions. Its precise age and locality cannot be determined from appearance alone.

Uses & applications

Used for carvings, beads, jewelry, and ornaments; high-quality jadeite can be valuable, while common tumbled pieces are inexpensive.

Geological facts

“Jade” refers to two distinct minerals, jadeite and nephrite; color alone is not enough to identify or grade it.

Field identification & locations

The smooth, green, translucent appearance is consistent with tumbled jade, but glass or dyed stone can look similar. Gemological testing is needed to confirm identity; common sources include Myanmar, Guatemala, China, Canada, and New Zealand.