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There is a previous blog post about cracks in jade bangle bracelets.  The post mentioned "clarification lines", and readers have been asking for more information about clarification lines in jade bangle bracelets.   I recently watched an episode about gemstones throughout the world on National Geographic station.  They did a very good informative part about jadeite.  The program showed how gems were formed, by the earth's heat and pressure during its formation, and the impact of natural happenings on gemstone formation.  And the segment explained clarification lines in jade better than I have heard it explained to me in China. ...

I often receive emails from people who ask "why did my jade bangle bracelet change color?". Some people describe their jade getting darker, or spotty.  Sometimes a jade bangle  that had varied color veins turns all the same color.  And sometimes it changes to clear with spots. There are several reasons. If the jade piece is natural color and genuine, and it changes color, it could be because of the way it was stored.  Jade should be stored in a dark place, with moisture.  If you go shopping in a jade store, and the jade is on a counter in...

JadeBangleBracelets has a video that helps you find your jade bangle bracelet size. Sometimes customer tell me they measured the inside of a bangle bracelet that is metal to determine their jade bangle size.  It's important to know that metal often can be slightly bent, has some "give" so you can get it over your hand more easily.  Remember: it's not  your actual wrist size that determines your jade bangle size.  It's the knuckles and bones that are the difficult areas to slide the jade bangle over. Jade is stone, and has no "give" or flexibility. And sometimes customers tell...

People often ask what is the difference between jade and jadeite. They are two different minerals and test differently on refraction, Moh's hardness, and density.   Chinese jade can be nephrite or serpentine.  The most common jade in China is referred to "China's National Jade".  Most mines are owned by the China government.  Chinese jade has a lower chance of being color enhanced because there is a lot of variation in the natural color, and it is so beautiful it doesn't need color treatments.  Some Chinese jade is near rivers and gets great variation in color from the minerals in...

2016 is the Year of the Fire Monkey, fire being the dominant element this year. (the other elements are wood, metal, water and earth) Characteristics of Monkey People:People born in the year of the monkey are lively, flexible, witty and versatile with strong practical ability. They love to be active and they enjoy sports. Often highly intelligent, they are talented problem solvers, and are self-assured, sociable and innovative. They love being the center of attention and have a magnetic personality.Monkey people have an insatiable desire for knowledge and show amazing creativity in their work. They like challenges and love to...