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Jade Bangle (Jadeite)
Jadeite, NaAlSi2O6
Hardness of 6.5-7 on the Mohs scale, typically white to pale green with mottled or granular texture, vitreous to greasy luster, monoclinic crystal system, specific gravity around 3.25-3.36.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6.5-7 on the Mohs scale, typically white to pale green with mottled or granular texture, vitreous to greasy luster, monoclinic crystal system, specific gravity around 3.25-3.36.
Formation & geological history
Formed in metamorphic environments under high pressure and relatively low temperature within serpentinite shear zones, often taking millions of years to crystallize.
Uses & applications
Primarily used in high-end jewelry, carvings, ornaments, and cultural artifacts.
Geological facts
Jade has been prized in Chinese culture for thousands of years, symbolizing purity, grace, and moral integrity. The term jade can refer to two distinct minerals: jadeite and nephrite.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its high density, toughness, and characteristic fibrous or granular interlocking crystal structure. High-grade specimens are famously sourced from Myanmar (Burma), as well as Guatemala, Russia, and California.
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