Jade Jewelry On Line

I'VE BEEN LOOKING AROUND THE WEB AT MANY SITES DURING THIS PAST WEEK, AT THE MANY SITES OFFERING JADE JEWELRY.  ONE OF THE FIRST THINGS I NOTICED WAS THE WIDE PRICE RANGES ON SIMILAR ITEMS.  HAVING BEEN IN SALES FOR MANY YEARS I UNDERSTAND THESE DIFFERENCES IN PRICES.  SOME COMPANIES OPERATE WITH A MUCH LOWER OVERHEAD THAT OTHERS AND ARE ABLE TO OFFER THEIR PRODUCTS AT A MUCH LOWER PRICE.  Sterling Silver Jade And Gemstone Ring Set ITS QUITE UNDERSTANDABLE WHEN YOU STOP TO THINK ABOUT IT.  ANOTHER THING I NOTICED WAS THAT MANY CHINESE BASED COMPANIES HAVE A LOWER PRICE, BUT I WILL TELL YOU I'M VERY SUSPICIOUS OF THESE AND WORRY ABOUT THE QUALITY OF JADE ITEMS THEY OFFER.  THE CHINESE DO NOT HAVE A GREAT TRACK RECORD HERE.  SO SOMETIME THE LOWER PRICE IS NOT NECESSARILY THE BEST DEAL, SO BUYER BEWARE!

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Best Buy on Jade Jewelry

THIS IS A GREAT TIME OF THE YEAR TO FIND GREAT BUYS ON JADE JEWELRY SUCH AS THE PURPLE JADE EARINGS SHOWN ABOVE.

WITH THE HOLIDAYS BEING OVER MANY MERCHANTS HAVE REDUCED THEIR PRICES SHARPLY IN ORDER TO MAINTAIN SOME MONEY FLOW.  SHOULD YOU SHOP AROUND AT THIS TIME YOU WILL FIND GREAT BUYS FROM MANY QUALITY DEALERS.

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RED JADE RING
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Jade Earrings

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Jade and Diamond Ring

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Chinese Jade Necklace

Chinese Jade Necklace
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Gold Jade Ring

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Jade as a Tool

Jade Axe Head
Neolithic 6000 Years Old

History of Jade Significance of Jade in Tool Use European and Asian civilization are well-known for their gemstone culture. Notable cultures such as the Greek, Roman, as well as the Chinese used gems as barter
and as symbols of wealth and status. Prior to that, prehistoric people in Europe and Asia used jade to make axes, scrapers and other miscellaneous weapons because it was found to be suitable for tough work. This was due to the extreme toughness and strength of jade. In fact, ancient European civilization mirrored the ancient Chinese civilization, although to a lesser degree, in its regard for these "stones of heaven".

Though Jade culture had existed in Ancient Europe, jade was only primarily used as tools and weapons. As the Bronze Age and the Iron Age approached, more suitable materials became available, and the Europeans slowly abandoned the use of Jade. Interestingly enough, the Chinese culture chose to use jade for more ornamental and ritualistic purposes once the need for jade as tools declined.

The manufacture of Chinese Jade articles were already highly developed by the Shang Dynasty. (1751 B.C - 1111 B.C) By the end of the Zhou Dynasty (11th Century B.C - 222 B.C) and the beginning of the Han Dynasty (206 B.C - 220 A.D), chinese jades reached a second peak in their development. Craftsman had at their disposal , more advanced tools and efficient methods of polishing jade and created masterpieces.

Beyond maintaining its historical role, jade artistry has been further developed with creativity and skill, and remains an eternal symbol of China's magnificent civilization.

Jade: History and Myth

Jade is listed as the Mystical birthstone for the month of March and the birthstone for the Sun Sign Virgo. See the birthstone tables for additional references to this stone. Jade may be given as a gem on the 12th 30th and 35th wedding anniversary.

Jade is the term applied to forms of jadeite and nephrite. These minerals are similar in appearance and a distinction between the two often was not made. But, because of its more intense color and translucency, jadeite now brings higher prices and is thought to be the true jade

The most valuable form of jade is known as imperial jade and comes from Myanmar, it is an emerald green color. Jades also appear in mottled green and white, and the rarer colors of yellow, pink, purple, and black. The range of greens are light to dark, creamy, grayish, and also white. A leek green variety called "Russian Jade" is found near Lake Baikal in Russia.

Jade is also found in Mexico, and Central and South America. Because of its smooth even texture, jade has long been a preferred material for carving and is usually cut into cabochons for jewelry.

The color of the stone is the most important factor but translucency and texture are important criteria determining price. Jade is a 6 1/2-7 on the Mohs scale of hardness.

Folklore, Legend, and Healing Properties:
Thought to protect the kidneys, liver, spleen, heart, larynx, thymus, and thyroid. Ancient people thought that wearing jade would increase body strength and add longevity. Jade is an ancient symbol of love and virtue.