JADEITE - the imperial stone or a successful investment

For many centuries, jadeite was not separated from jade, which was similar to it, and they were called by the same word - “jad”, considering it a sacred stone.
But these are completely different minerals, with different physical and chemical properties. Possessing high hardness, the stone was used in ancient times to make weapons and other household tools. Later they began to make magnificent jewelry from it.

Properties of jadeite stone

Jadeite is a unique stone. It is sometimes simply called jade. The color of jadeites varies from red to purple. Green jadeites are especially prized. In ancient times, many jadeites came under the name jade.

Only in the second half of the 19th century, thanks to the research of the French chemist A. Damour, it was determined that many stones called jades were not at all what they were taken for. In those days, almost all jade-like stones were called jade (in Spanish, piedra de la jada means kidney stone).

Apparently, kidney diseases plagued our ancestors so much that kidney stones have been known for a long time. And jade was credited with the ability to relieve renal colic. By the way, nephritis comes from the Greek “nephros” - kidneys. Jadeite and jade were also used as a scraper or chisel (these minerals are very hard).

Jadeite had the ability not only to eliminate renal colic, but gradually with the development of civilization it became a cult stone. Among the Aztecs, the mineral was valued more than gold, and could only belong to people of noble origin. In addition, jadeite products decorated temples and were indispensable attributes in rituals, for example, in sun worship. Amulets were made from it.

In China, the stone was idolized, but for the ancient Chinese, jadeite and jade were the same stone. Here they made not only jewelry from it, but also figurines and statues. Stone was often used in the interior of the house. Simply put, in China the stone is held in special esteem.

In many corners of the Earth, jades of unique beauty and size have been found, but a stone the color of a green apple was found extremely rarely, and this is the very jadeite in question. And if such a stone was found, it could only belong to the emperor. So jadeite, the color of a green apple, received a characteristic name - imperial or “imperial”. Its prices are comparable to the prices of emeralds.

Jadeite belongs to the group of alkali pyroxenes, its chemical formula is NaAlSi2O6, and jade is a complex silicate of magnesium and iron. There are impurities in jadeite, and its color palette depends on this. And the composition of the stone may include more than 60 elements from the periodic table. High-quality types of jadeite include almost transparent minerals.

Jadeite dissolves in acids. The stone is very hard (6.5 - 7 on the Mohs scale), dense - 3 - 3.5 7 / cm3. It is difficult to break or saw through.

Color palette: all shades of green, red, yellow, lavender, white, brown, black, orange and pink jadeites are known. Since there are many varieties of color shades, names are used that more accurately describe the color, for example, cream, earthy, glassy, ​​buttery green, dryish green...

Jadeite is divided into three trade and, at the same time, jewelry categories:
1. Imperial.
Its color is similar to the color of emerald, but still warmer, and then it has more of a yellowish tint.

2. Commercial.

Also green, opaque, has veins and spots of emerald green.

3. Utility.

Jadeites are bright green and dark green in color. These are translucent green stones with a cloudy coating.

The imperial is valued above all. Imperial jadeite is a light green stone that is extremely popular in China, Taiwan, Japan and Thailand. The price for imperial jadeite on the gemstone market is mind-boggling. Moreover, it is determined not by carat, but by the size of the stone.

Jadeite deposits

The most significant deposit is considered to be Burma, which was discovered in the second half of the 19th century. The auction “Imporium” is held here twice a year. You can see first-hand how much jadeite is idolized here. A beautiful stone can also be found in our Urals, in the Sayans in the south of the Krasnoyarsk Territory.

The price of jadeite is constantly growing. Since it is the green ones mentioned above that are valued, there are also fakes. Pale jadeites, which are very inexpensive, are dyed green. And, as experts say, it is not easy to distinguish a fake from a real imperial without special equipment. Therefore, jewelry with jadeite should only be purchased from stores that you can trust. There are experiments on artificial cultivation of jadeite.

Jadeite can be confused not only with jade or emerald, but also with chrysoprase, fluorite, and amazonite.

Historical tales

Here we will try to tell how jadeite came to Europe, why in China it was (and is) valued along with the most expensive gems.

The Great and Terrible Conquest

People always want money. And more. Therefore, at the end of the 15th century, the king and queen of Spain decided that in India (according to rumors) precious stones and gold were practically lying on the ground. So let a couple of Spanish ships under the command of Columbus sail to a rich country and bring back that very gold and jewelry that is always in short supply.

The boats sailed and got lost along the way. Geographic maps were bad back then. Instead of Asia, we ended up in America, which no one had heard of at that time. But they stubbornly believed that they had reached Asia. Thus began the Conquest.

The locals greeted the Spaniards as dear guests. They gave us food and drink and showed us their cities and temples.

It was then that the Spaniards realized that they had come to the right place (in the sense that they found what they were going for).

I don’t want to say what the soldiers did to the aborigines. And most importantly, they robbed churches, dragging away everything that was not nailed down. Gold, amulets, Indian relics - everything was neatly stacked in the holds of the pot-bellied ships.

Among this stuff there were objects made of stone - greenish, white, pink. The stones had the property of relieving lower back pain, and the Spaniards called them piedra de ijada - “side stone”.

Then jadeite came to Europe.

The history of the mineral in the New World (Mesoamerica) is much longer. The stone was known to the Mayan, Aztec, and other aborigines from the 8th-4th centuries BC. This is confirmed by archaeologists who come across items made from jadeite. Ritual masks and jewelry were made from it. And also knives used by priests in ritual sacrifices.

Interesting: there are archaeological finds where jadeite teeth are inserted into skulls instead of ordinary, “native” teeth. It was probably prestigious back then.

Now about China. It is incorrect to believe that jadeite and jade have been held in special esteem in the Celestial Empire since time immemorial. At first it was jade.

But the artisans who processed the stone and made precious trinkets from it had trained eyes and hands. It was the masters who noticed that the jade obtained from Burma is not always the same. Some stones were denser and heavier. Treated, they shone better. These stones were jadeites.

But scientists determined that jade and jadeite are different gems only in the middle of the 19th century.

But even a description of the minerals will not help to understand what the mysterious Chinese soul found in jadeite.

History and origin

It is historically known that the gem, which looks like jade, became popular more than 40 centuries ago. The name jadeite comes from the word "jad", which means "lumbar stone". This definition was assigned to the mineral by the Spaniards, who used the amulet to heal kidney disease.

In ancient China, the green gem was widely known as a healing stone, with the help of which healers relieved many diseases. Jewelry with stones was popular at court and among the Chinese nobility.

The outfits of the emperor and his entourage were generously embroidered with jadeite. Buddha figurines were carved from a viscous mineral; unique examples have survived to this day and have historical value.

For many peoples, jadeite stone is a sacred artifact that was used for religious sacraments. The Aztecs, worshiping the Sun God, used the power of emerald-colored crystals. Idol figures and amulets were carved from jade. Today, many temples in Mexico preserve carved decorations from the mineral.

The French geologist A. Demur, in his research conducted in 1863, divided the green mineral ore called “jade” into two subspecies, which are now called jade and jadeite.

Not only jadeite

Many people confuse jade, jadeite and nephrite. The color, shades and many physical characteristics of the stones are very similar. Difference in composition, melting point, viscosity.

The British called the mineral stone ax - stone for an axe . During the excavations, archaeologists of Foggy Albion found many axes made of this durable stone (Stone Age products).

In Thailand, in a specially built temple there is an “emerald Buddha”. This is a small statue carved from a single green piece of stone. A mineralogist will immediately say that this is not an emerald, but jadeite or jade... This requires special research. But, of course, no one will allow them to be done. After all, this is the mascot of Thailand.

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In India and Nepal, jadeite is believed to contain divine essence.

By the way, in the Kremlin Diamond Fund (the main treasury of Russia) there is not a single piece of jewelry with jadeite.

China is not Europe!

The preferences of the Chinese in the field of jewelry are not clear to Europeans.

Polite Chinese will agree that the four “kings of the market” are diamond, sapphire, ruby ​​and emerald. However, the true king of the Chinese market has become jadeite (which not everyone in Europe has heard of). Sales of the gem are many times higher than the demand for the “European kings of gems.”

What diamonds, what are you talking about! Jadeite is the best investment, and jewelry with jadeite (no matter whether it is set in gold or silver) will be the best gift for any resident of the Middle Kingdom.

Why a rich Chinese would pay several million dollars for a jadeite bracelet, we will never understand...

Jade has been the main gemstone in China for thousands of years. For centuries, the Chinese have adored jade. It is unclear why this stone fascinated them. But they attributed a lot of magical and healing qualities to the gem.

Jadeite was made the imperial stone by Empress Ci-Xi (Qin Dynasty). She was introduced to jadeite products in the 18th century (these were Burmese gems). Tsy-Xi simply fell in love with the stone. And what the emperor loves, he loves to know.

For the Chinese, jadeite means wisdom and courage, justice and the ability to compassion.

Gem talismans and amulets

Strong energy has made the mineral in demand when creating amulets and talismans. Esotericists and sorcerers use jadeite to carry out weather rituals and preserve property well-being. The gem is endowed with the following qualities:

• The amulet helps protect yourself and loved ones from theft, fraudulent people and fraud.
• Talismans protect the owner from damage, the evil eye, and the evil influence of envious people and ill-wishers. Businessmen use the stone in negotiations and when concluding important deals. It will bring good luck, profit to an honest person, and ensure the success of the enterprise.
• The owner of the amulet finds peace of mind, acquires harmony and tranquility. The stone helps to cope with fears, eliminates wicked thoughts and impulses, and leads away from bad actions and ideas.
• A jadeite amulet will become a reliable protector of the family hearth and well-being financially and emotionally. It will help you find a compromise solution in quarrels and smooth out negative aspects.
• The stone promotes logical thinking and helps solve complex problems.

Only worthy people with a pure soul can use jadeite as an amulet or talisman.

Necklace with jadeite

What types of jadeite are there?

There are several varieties of jadeite. Briefly about each:

1. Green jadeite. A translucent, fine-grained (this is important!) stone of bright green color is the object of desire of every Chinese. Even pragmatic Europe calls these stones imperials. And in Asia, jadeite of excellent quality is a good investment. The most expensive imperial is Old mine. It is pure green in color and has good transparency. These are rare and are sold only at eastern auctions. Another variety is “flower green.” It differs from Old mine in its uneven coloring: specks, small transitions into halftones, dots of “alien” color.
2. White jadeite. This color is preferred by young Chinese. It costs less than Imperial. According to the degree of transparency, it can be “glass”, “sticky rice”, “ice”, “white beans”. The more transparent the white jadeite, the more expensive it is.
3. Lavender. Lilac or lavender colored stones are not uncommon. The color is romantic, the color of youth and freshness. But the investment attractiveness is lower than that of the imperial. This type of gem is divided into several varieties: “eggplant”, similar in color to a ripe vegetable; there is a pink-purple variety; “Purple beans” have a blue-purple color.
4. Blue jadeite. It's not pure blue, with a slight hint of lavender.
5. Black jadeite. It's actually not black, but a very dark green, but it's better not to take risks. After all, in China, black means failure and sadness. Therefore, lovers of imperial luxury did not buy an innocent gem. The situation has changed radically (it is not clear why). Now wearing jewelry with jadeite on your right hand means insuring yourself against bad luck and failure.
6. Yellow (and red) stones are not very popular. But people who have financial problems buy yellow amulets (gold is yellow). And red ones bring good luck and good health. Almost everyone can afford jewelry made from these gems. Collectors love the yellow stone, and even divide it into shades. These are honey, lemon, gold, amber, mustard.

Amulet figures are carved from inexpensive varieties of stone to protect the home.

Areas of application of stone

The rare mineral has found application in various areas of human life.

Area of ​​use	Features of application
Jewelry sphere	Making rings, pendants, beads, bracelets, earrings, rings and cufflinks for men.
Cosmetology	The mineral is used for stone therapy. It is aimed at treating emotional disorders and restoring mental balance. The stone is used to rejuvenate the body.
Construction	Interior decoration, bath lining. The mineral is used to fill furnaces. When heated, beneficial substances evaporate, which penetrate through the epidermis and breathing into the human body, improve its functioning and have an overall beneficial effect. As a building material, crushed stone is more often used, less often polished.
Production of souvenirs	Decorative plates and vases, boxes, and figurines are cut out of stone.
Design sphere	Decoration of clothes and accessories.
Traditional medicine and lithotherapy	Treatment of various diseases, strengthening the immune system and normalizing the psycho-emotional state.

The stone is used to purify water. Jadeite makes it softer and promotes the adsorption of heavy metals.

Mining locations

The most beautiful jadeites are mined in Burma.

The largest deposits of the gem are located in Myanmar and Guatemala, Mexico and China.

Jadeite deposits have not been developed in Russia for a long time. But they exist. The Khakass field is considered the largest in our country. In the vast expanses of Siberia, in the tributaries of the Kantegir River, there is the country’s jadeite treasury. The stone is pure white or light gray, very transparent. Often has a bluish or greenish tint.

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Stones of this type are considered “young” jadeite. Currently, the Chinese (experts and connoisseurs, we know this) recognize Khakass jadeite as second in the world after Burmese.

The Chinese were not lucky with Ural gems. At the end of the last century, they bought a large batch of stones from the Pusier deposit. The stone looked like jewelry jadeite. However, it turned out that all the stones were covered with microcracks and were not suitable for jewelry. Mining was also carried out using blasting operations - this improved the quality of the stone.

Jewelry with mineral

Gemstone jewelry is at the peak of popularity today. Many fashionistas have changed their image, preferring romantic necklaces or cabochons in ethnic style. Everyone wants to buy a green crystal as a talisman or make precious jewelry with their own hands. Since jadeite is combined with different metals, anyone can create jewelry on their own.

• a tumbling jadeite from South Africa, size 1.5x2 cm, costs $1;
• a fragment of a mineral from southern Africa, 2x3 cm in size, costs $1.2$;
• a translucent crystal from Italy, size 3.2x1.6x0.2, costs $30;
• a cabochon from deposits located in Russia costs $35;
• a polished jadeite section brought from Khakassia, measuring 11.6×5.4×2, costs $52;
• a ball made of Khakass jadeite, the diameter of which is 5.6 cm, costs $67;
• a cabochon made of Yakut mineral costs $160;
• a luxurious bracelet made of solid stone brought from Khakassia costs $730.

Judging by the proposed list, the market price of a gem depends on the deposit, type, color and size of the stone.

Bath pleasures

It is now fashionable to use crushed or rolled minerals in a bathhouse. This is one of the rare cases when fashion unconditionally benefits a person.

The jadeite stone, due to its inherent qualities, expands and contracts evenly when the temperature changes. No cracks form on the stones.

Jadeite is healthier for a bath than ordinary stones. When heated, it ionizes the air, improves the condition of people with vegetative-vascular dystonia, and tones.

Without any dubious (for many) information from esotericists, jadeite normalizes blood pressure, and with regular use of “bath procedures” it helps treat the bronchi, lungs and kidneys. This was revealed by research from the Research Institute of Balneology and Physiotherapy.

Fashion and prestige are already forcing Russian bath attendants to use jadeite. In addition, polished stone looks very nice on the heater.

Saunas with sauna stones have existed abroad for a long time. And this pleasure is not cheap.

Interesting: warming bones in such a sauna in a prestigious area of ​​New York costs 100 US dollars per hour.

Magical properties of the stone

The natural mineral has magical qualities. He is chosen to perform a ritual to change the weather. Mediums used the power of jadeite to cause rain, protect a home from a lightning strike, and speedily end a natural disaster. The mineral was endowed with great power. The list of magical qualities of the gem includes:

• Protection of the owner from any external negative influence: damage, evil eye, envy.
• Protecting people from the destructive power of natural elements. The stone will save you from a tornado, storm, flood or drought.
• Helps you find love and create a strong family.
• Gives the owner wisdom, self-confidence, and brings harmony.
• Protects from rash actions.
• Strengthens relationships.
• Guides in difficult life situations, suggests the right path and helps to make the right decision.
• Relieves feelings of jealousy.
• Provides an opportunity to cope with a crisis in a relationship.
• Helps to recognize deception.
• Attracts good luck.
• Helps to find mutual understanding between parents and children.

The stone has a positive effect on honest people and does not tolerate immoral acts. With the help of a magical mineral, sorcerers expel evil spirits and get rid of negative influences.

Pendant with jadeite

Ancient and modern magic of jadeite

In China, they believe that the main meaning of a gem for a person is to help in achieving enlightenment. Everyone has heard about Chinese spiritual practices, and in all of them, enlightenment of the spirit is considered the highest level.

The magic of the gem is sensitive to the well-being and health of the owner. Everything is fine with him - the decoration is bright and shiny. Changes in color and fading of the stone can indicate problems in life and health.

The main property of the stone is considered to be its “selflessness”. He will give his life for the owner. The Chinese firmly believe that if a bracelet or ring breaks, it means that they “gave their life” so that their owner could continue to live.

There are many myths about such cases in China. The guy completely smashed the car, the bracelet on his hand burst in half, but there was not a scratch on the owner. The girl was sick from birth, and she was also ugly. They gave her a jadeite bracelet, the girl recovered and got a good husband. And getting prettier if you have money and plastic surgeons is not a problem at all.

The pleasant magical properties of jadeite include the ability to subdue impulses of human anger and aggression, to extinguish disputes and scandals.

Physicochemical characteristics

According to its characteristics, jadeite is a silicate of two metals - aluminum and sodium. The chemical composition may vary slightly due to the presence of impurities of manganese, chromium and other metals. The physical properties of jadeite include a wide range of colors, matted fibrous structure, and high hardness.

• The chemical formula is NaAlSi2O6 or Na2O Al2O3 4SiO2 .
• Color - green, grayish-green, white, occasionally: violet, blue, yellow, emerald, blue, pink, black.
• The shine is glassy.
• Transparency - opaque or translucent, sometimes transparent.
• Hardness - 6,5–7.
• Density - 3.25–3.36 g / cm3 .

Outwardly, this mineral resembles jade, but their composition and formation conditions are different. Jadeite is formed under conditions of strong pressure from lithospheric plates and not very high temperatures.

Treat yourself like the emperors of China

The use of the gem is not limited to bath pleasures and jewelry making.

• As in ancient times, jadeite is used for any kidney ailments.
• Emperors of the Celestial Empire used the gem in the treatment of infertility to overcome sexual weakness.
• Lithotherapists are confident that the healing stone enhances the effect of medications.
• Jadeite beads are recommended to be worn for diseases of the throat and lungs. Necklaces and bracelets - for cardiovascular diseases.
• The beneficial properties (they were noted by healers in ancient times and confirmed by lithotherapists today) include the ability of the stone to give self-confidence and relieve nervous tension.
• Lithotherapists perform massage with jadeite boulders. This procedure relieves muscle pain and banishes fatigue.

The healing properties of the mineral

The stone has found wide application in the field of medicine. It is not a drug and is used in lithotherapy and traditional medicine. The use of the mineral has a beneficial effect on the genitourinary system. The mineral is recommended for use for a number of health problems:

• kidney disease;
• pathologies in the bladder area;
• male impotence;
• frigidity in women;
• infertility in representatives of the stronger and weaker sex;
• diseases of the cardiovascular system;
• disorders in the gastrointestinal tract;
• eye diseases;
• depression;
• heart rhythm disturbances;
• salt deposition;
• nervous disorders;
• insomnia;
• colds and various viral diseases.

The stone allows you to strengthen and increase the elasticity of the walls of blood vessels, helps normalize blood pressure. The use of jadeite leads to stabilization of a person’s psycho-emotional background, eliminates sudden mood swings and increases working capacity. Regular use of the remedy will help boost the body's immune system. Depending on the color scheme, the mineral has special healing properties:

• Red colored stones have a positive effect on blood clotting and promote wound healing.
• White minerals are recommended for weather-sensitive patients; they increase the body's defenses.
• Green color helps to quickly cope with stress, relieve severe tension and find peace.

Jadeite bracelet

The stone is recommended to increase the effectiveness of medications. Lithotherapists advise regularly wearing jadeite bracelets and rings to improve overall resistance to infections and viruses. Rings should be worn on the index finger of the left hand to get the best effect.

To whom will the stars give the help of jadeite?

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But there are still coincidences. For Leos, for example, jadeite is suitable. The stone will help extinguish the fire in the blood and nature of Levushka. The same applies to Aries.

Jadeite is ideal for the horoscope of Libra and Virgo.

But Scorpios and Cancers will have to try to find a “common language” with the stone, otherwise they will face apathy and a state of “not giving a damn about anything.” Pisces are also better off choosing jewelry with other gems.

Jewelry with jadeite

Capricorns' compatibility with jadeite is minimal. Esotericists are sure that the stone will take practical Capricorns into the world of dreams and even make them become stupid.

For other signs of the Zodiac, the gem is neutral.

Who is suitable according to their zodiac sign?

Astrologers have discovered how jadeite interacts with people born under different constellations. It turned out that this mineral has the greatest horoscope compatibility with those born under the constellations Leo and Libra :

• Leo, under the influence of this mineral, will pacify his temper and become calmer. Nervous tension will disappear and blood pressure will normalize.
• Libra will believe in themselves, gain confidence, and find the right path to their goals. Under the influence of the jadeite amulet, life will change for the better.

This stone also has good energetic compatibility with the following zodiac signs:

• Aries will feel the powerful energy of the talisman in that gloomy thoughts will disappear, optimism and a positive outlook on life will appear, and family relationships will improve.
• Taurus will feel an improvement in their physical and mental condition. Mutual understanding and love will reign in the relationship between spouses if one of them wears jadeite jewelry.
• Geminis under the influence of this gem will not succumb to bad influence.
• Virgo, under the influence of the magic of jadeite, will feel complete unity with nature and will successfully grow plants.
• Sagittarius will find family happiness, family ties will become stronger. If you buy a talisman in the form of a jadeite figurine and place it in a prominent place in the house, it will protect family members from ill-wishers.
• Aquarius. A talisman made from this gem will protect the owner from bad situations and bad relationships with others. The owner of the amulet will become more tolerant of people's shortcomings. But some astrologers warn that the energy of jadeite may be too strong for Aquarius and can suppress a person’s own energy. In this case, there is a danger of developing depression. So Aquarius, who decides to buy jadeite, needs to think carefully about whether it is worth it.

The energy of this stone does not coincide with the energy of people born under the constellations of the element of Water: Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces . If they wear jadeite jewelry, there is a great danger for them of apathy, pessimistic mood and selfishness. The following stones are suitable for Water signs: ammonite, ammolite, belomorite, moonstone, labradorite, sodalite, aventurine.

Another sign that jadeite is not suitable for is Capricorn . For a person born under the constellation Capricorn, the gem can cause absent-mindedness and excessive daydreaming. Stones such as sardonyx, petersite, serpentine, aragonite, obsidian, garnet, and fluorite are ideal for Capricorn.

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Caring for your jewelry

Jadeite is one of the most durable (not to be confused with hardness) gems in the world.

Caring for a stone is not difficult if you are sure of its origin. And you know that he was not ennobled (or there were “cosmetic” interventions).

Untreated gemstones can be cleaned with ultrasound and steam.

Ring with jadeite stone

If you know that the pebble has been “painted”, then don’t risk it. Wash the contaminated stone with soapy water and rinse with clean water.

It is better to store jewelry in cases, boxes or bags made of thick soft fabric. You should not leave gem products in sunlight.

How to distinguish from a fake

Jadeite is a very beautiful, expensive stone, so fakes are often found on sale. Of these, the most famous are doublets-plates. They consist of an inconspicuous mineral to which a thin plate of jadeite is glued.

Sometimes cheaper stones are given out for this gem:

• serpentine;
• green aventurine;
• chrysoprase;
• prehnit.

Methods for determining natural jadeite:

• Examine the stone through a magnifying glass, holding it up to a bright lamp - fibrous structures should be visible in it.
• Take a piece of granite of similar size and compare the stone with it - jadeite should be much heavier.
• Knock the two beads together. If the sound is powerful, deep, with pronounced resonance, then they are jadeite. Fake beads give a “plastic” sound.
• Squeeze the stone in your fist - real jadeite will feel like a very cold and hard bar of soap.

Ennoblement, imitation - what's the difference?

Not all stones are perfect. Appearance does not always satisfy jewelers. But don’t throw away the good stuff.

In such cases, jadeites ennoble and improve their appearance:

1. Coating the stone with wax. This gives a matte shine. The most harmless ennoblement.
2. Bleaching. If there are stains on the stone (usually brown or yellow), then the gem is soaked in hot acid. Then (at the same time) the cracks in the stone are filled with polymer. Stones treated in this way quickly fade and become brittle. Such gems are inexpensive.
3. Coloring. White and faded (lightly colored) specimens are most often painted. This way you can achieve a lavender or green tint - and sell the stone at a higher price. You can also paint jadeite in a color that nature did not think of painting the stone with. But any of these stones should cost less than untreated ones.
4. Heat. Most often it affects brown and yellow stones. Heat is used to lighten the gem - or give it a reddish tint.
5. Thin film coating. A thin polymer coating is applied to the surface of the mineral. Films visually improve transparency and shine, and hide flaws in the stone. Jadeite “in film” looks rich, but is cheap. Only a gemologist can see and recognize the film.

There are plenty of outright fakes on the jadeite market, but not enough natural ones. Under the guise of a gem they can sell:

• amazonite;
• green aventurine;
• chrysocolla;
• hydrogrossular;
• chrysoprase;
• tinted quartz.

Painted glass and plastics are also sold under the guise of jadeite.

Prices for jadeite products

Jadeites are expensive jewelry stones, but their price varies widely depending on the specific variety and its properties. Cheap jadeite of the “utility” subspecies is estimated at 2-3 dollars per kilogram of split mineral. High-quality specimens with rich colors and good transparency are valued at $20-30 per carat. The most expensive are imperial jadeites, the price of which is close to the cost of emeralds.

Compatible with names and signs

The astrological properties of the gem are replenished with cosmic energy sent from Venus, Saturn and the Moon. Every zodiac sign under the protection of the Earth element counts on the help of an amulet with jadeite.

(“++” – the stone fits perfectly, “+” – can be worn, “-” – is strictly contraindicated):

Zodiac sign	Compatibility
Aries	+
Taurus	++
Twins	+
Cancer	—
a lion	+
Virgo	++
Scales	+
Scorpion	—
Sagittarius	+
Capricorn	++
Aquarius	—
Fish	+

• Taurus, being under the tutelage of the mineral, receives support in love relationships, harmony among friends and co-workers, prosperity and health.
• For Virgos, the energy of a magical artifact helps them feel “at ease” wherever they find themselves, in any company.
• Capricorns, receiving a positive charge from the vibrations of the stone, are able to accomplish things, create and create.

Names with which jadeite is compatible:

• With the help of the mineral, Anatoly gains courage, encouraging him to solve important problems.
• The talisman helps Vadim fulfill difficult obligations.
• Daria, who is building a sports career, receives many victories.
• Diana receives the shortest path to spiritual enlightenment.
• Zoya discovers the ability of clairvoyance.
• Eleanor receives energy that develops creative activity.

Important! A special feature of the properties of jadeite is the ability to awaken empathy and a sense of compassion. Representatives of “water” signs are overly emotional, so using the mineral is not recommended.