Jade Quality and Price Help

[Jadediver1]

Hi! I'm new to both Jade and this forum, and had a question about value and quality of this piece I'm looking to purchase.
I like the design and color of this piece (especially with the flower embellishment!) but am not too sure if the jade should look that 'crystalized' for lack of a better word. I'm also not sure about the translucency. I am fairly certain this is a reputable dealer (Yokdee) based on some research through other forums, but don't know if this is worth ~$1,000 usd. Any thoughts would be appreciated and thanks in advance! Can also upload more pictures if that would be helpful

 

[mellowyellowgirl]

Embellishments like that isn’t mean that the bangle is damaged in that spot and they’ve put some gold on to hold it together.

Unless you really love it I find the price expensive for that quality of jade.

 

[Crimson]

@Jadediver1 I think you were referring to the texture of the jade. I agree with @mellowyellowgirl. You might find this thread useful :
Thread 'Evaluating jadeite (feicui)'

Evaluating jadeite (feicui)

Hello, I am starting this thread to share what I have learnt about evaluating jadeite (feicui). Thanks, @Autumn in New England for the encouragement! I know there are many jadeite buyers and owners here! Please feel free to share what you think and know about jadeite so we can make this a one...

www.pricescope.com

 

[userangl28212003]

I agree that Yokedee is reputable and I'm certain it is not treated, but $1,000 for that texture seems like a lot. I agree that they add gold to hide flaws

Here is one on her site with nice color and better texture for less which is interesting. Your paying more for the gold it seems with lower quality jade

 

[userangl28212003]

Hi! I'm new to both Jade and this forum, and had a question about value and quality of this piece I'm looking to purchase.
I like the design and color of this piece (especially with the flower embellishment!) but am not too sure if the jade should look that 'crystalized' for lack of a better word. I'm also not sure about the translucency. I am fairly certain this is a reputable dealer (Yokdee) based on some research through other forums, but don't know if this is worth ~$1,000 usd. Any thoughts would be appreciated and thanks in advance! Can also upload more pictures if that would be helpful

Hi. If you are willing to spend around $1,000 even if less, if you really want a jadeite bangle. Baikalla jewelry are doing live sales this month mon -thur 3pm to 7pm pst. They are a trusted vendor and cut there own bangles. She is currently at headcorters in China where she is doing sales of bangles she usually sells for whosale so you get a great price. For $1,000 you can get like so much better quality from them. they even have like 300 to 400 that look great for that price. Just wanted to let you know. Not a bangle, but I got this ice green pendant set in 18k gold for only 499 to show the good quality for price

 

[MMtwo]

@Crimson what a lovely resource on jade quality - and beautiful examples!

OP: I would agree with what has been posted. Jadeite texture is extremely important to value.

 

[Crimson]

@Crimson what a lovely resource on jade quality - and beautiful examples!

OP: I would agree with what has been posted. Jadeite texture is extremely important to value.

Thank you, @MMtwo for appreciating the thread. It was fun!

 

[Jadediver1]

Thank you for all of the responses and resources!!! This is incredibly helpful and I'll be continuing my search, will definitely check out Baikalla!

 

[Jadediver1]

I am now thinking one of these two from Baikalla, both roughly $800. Any thoughts?

 

[userangl28212003]

looks like way better texture. If you like the color as well go for it