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Jade · Nephrite

Green Nephrite

Green Nephrite — Nephrite

Green nephrite is the historic jade of China and New Zealand and today's carving workhorse from British Columbia. Its iron greens, greasy lustre and exceptional toughness suit bangles and carvings that outlast generations.

Colour
green
Transparency
Opaque
RI
1.606–1.632
SG
2.90–3.10
Mohs
6.0–6.5
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