Rock Identifier
Tumbled pale-green stone, possibly jade or serpentine (Undetermined; jadeite (NaAlSi₂O₆) or nephrite (Ca₂(Mg,Fe)₅Si₈O₂₂(OH)₂) are possibilities) — gemstone
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Tumbled pale-green stone, possibly jade or serpentine

Undetermined; jadeite (NaAlSi₂O₆) or nephrite (Ca₂(Mg,Fe)₅Si₈O₂₂(OH)₂) are possibilities

AI-generated identification · may be incorrect

Smooth, rounded, pale green, with a dull-to-waxy luster. Hardness and crystal structure cannot be determined reliably from the image; jade is typically tough, with hardness about 6–7 (jadeite) or 6–6.5 (nephrite).

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Physical properties

Smooth, rounded, pale green, with a dull-to-waxy luster. Hardness and crystal structure cannot be determined reliably from the image; jade is typically tough, with hardness about 6–7 (jadeite) or 6–6.5 (nephrite).

Formation & geological history

Likely a naturally formed mineral or rock that has been shaped and polished; its specific formation age and geological origin cannot be established visually.

Uses & applications

Small polished stones are used for jewelry, carving, decoration, or collecting.

Geological facts

Many green minerals resemble jade, including serpentine, quartz, and aventurine; appearance alone cannot confirm jade.

Field identification & locations

A gemologist can distinguish candidates using hardness, specific gravity, refractive index, and other tests. The photo does not show diagnostic features or a reliable locality.