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Jade is an ornamental rock, which is actually two separate gems: nephrite and jadeite, metamorphic rocks that are composed of different silicate minerals. The history of jade goes back several thousand years when jade was first used to make weapons and tools because of its toughness.
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This beautiful stone can be distinguished from other similar materials by its hardness and density. There are a lot of other materials fraudulently sold as jade and it is difficult to identify jade by outside appearance. The most reliable method of identifying jade from other substances is by testing its specific gravity. A simple test to distinguish jadeite from nephrite is a chime test. Nephrite emits a musical tone when it is struck, whereas jadeite does not.
The jade gems range in colour. They occur in green, white, orange, yellow, lavender, grey and black. The most highly valued jade is a vivid emerald green and is semi-transparent. It is known as imperial jade and only occurs in Burma (Myanmar). Jade can be more than one colour in a single gem. Jade in which the colour is evenly distributed is highly valued.
There are a number of processes used to alter the color, apparent clarity, or improve the durability of gems. Some gemstones have synthetic counterparts that have essentially the same chemical, physical, and optical properties, but are grown by man in a laboratory.
Jade is very versatile and is can be carved into intricate shapes. It is carved into a variety of traditional Chinese figures, such as Buddhas, dogs, dragons, bats, butterflies, peaches and discs. It is also made into all manner of practical items, such as buttons, cups, plates and salt and pepper pots. Jade is used to make beautiful ornaments and is also fashioned into beads, cabochons for rings, brooches and fancy pendants.
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