Jade (Nephrite)

Item Description

While Jade is classified as a semi-precious stone, it is one of the most well-known and often valuable gems in the world. Some of you might be surprised to know that top quality Jade sells for incredibly high prices, higher than some Rubies or Sapphires of equal quality. Jade (Jadeite / Nephrite) is often only translucent in clarity and while green is the most commonly associated hue for the material, you can find Jade in a wide range of colors, including colorless material. Here we have a rich emerald green colored "Oval Cabochon" cut gem with good translucency when backlit. Please note that the stone has been treated to enhance its color. This stone is a pre-embargo import from many years ago, and would make a great addition to any gem collection as they are not as easy to purchase as they were back then. Keep in mind that mining in Mogok and the surrounding areas seems to have completely come to a standstill, so nothing in coming out of the ground, and the prices are going up for good material from Myanmar in gem markets around the world.