gemstone

Jadeite jade bracelet

Jadeite, NaAlSi₂O₆ (pyroxene-group mineral); possibly jadeite-rich jade

AI-generated identification · may be incorrect

Polished pale green beads and curved bar with a waxy-to-vitreous luster. Jadeite has Mohs hardness 6.5–7, a monoclinic crystal structure, and specific gravity about 3.3; color and translucency vary with composition and texture.

Identified October 15, 2026More gemstone →

Explore Jadeite jade bracelet in the encyclopedia →

Identify your own rocks.

Get a report just like this from any photo, free.

App Store Google Play

Physical properties

Formation & geological history

Jadeite forms during high-pressure, relatively low-temperature metamorphism, commonly in subduction-zone rocks. Deposits range in age; the bracelet’s origin and material cannot be determined from the photo alone.

Uses & applications

Used for jewelry, carvings, and ornamental objects; fine jadeite is valued in the gem trade.

Geological facts

Jade is a trade name for either jadeite or nephrite, two distinct minerals; appearance alone cannot reliably distinguish them or establish authenticity.

Field identification & locations

The smooth polish and green color are consistent with jade, but identification requires tests such as specific gravity, refractive index, or laboratory analysis. Major jadeite sources include Myanmar, Guatemala, and Japan.