What is Natural Type A Jade?

Natural Type A jadeite refers to jade that has not been chemically treated, dyed, or resin impregnated. It retains its natural colour, translucency, and mineral structure, making it the most authentic and traditionally valued form of jade.

What is the difference between jadeite and nephrite?

Jadeite and nephrite are two different minerals commonly referred to as jade. Jadeite is rarer, often more translucent, and generally more valuable than nephrite. Most fine jade jewellery, including jade bangles and pendants, is made from jadeite.

Why is jade valuable?

The value of jade depends on several factors including colour, translucency, texture, and craftsmanship. Rich colours such as imperial green, fine mineral texture, and higher translucency usually increase the desirability of jadeite.

Where can I buy natural jade in Singapore?

Natural jadeite jewellery can be purchased from reputable jade specialists who understand jade quality and authenticity. Nanyang Jade in Singapore offers carefully selected jade bangles, pendants, rings, and earrings chosen for colour, translucency, and natural texture.

How can I tell if jade is real?

Authentic jadeite often shows natural colour variations, fine texture, and gentle translucency. Certification from a reputable gemological laboratory is the most reliable way to confirm the authenticity of jade.

Why are jade bangles popular?

Jade bangles are treasured for their elegant design and cultural symbolism. In many traditions, jade bangles represent harmony, protection, and prosperity, and are often passed down as meaningful heirlooms.

What colours does jadeite come in?

Jadeite can appear in many colours including green, lavender, icy white, yellow, black, and multi-colour combinations. Each colour results from natural mineral variations within the jadeite crystal structure.

How should jade jewellery be cared for?

Jade jewellery can be cleaned with mild soap and water and wiped with a soft cloth. Avoid harsh chemicals and store jade separately from harder gemstones to maintain its natural luster.

Translucent vivid green oval cabochon jadeite ring - Nanyang Jade

Name: Translucent vivid green oval cabochon jadeite ring
SKU: 20260501ring1
Availability: InStock

Translucent vivid green oval cabochon jadeite ring

$23,800.00

Jade Size: 12mm10.5mm5.5mm(LWT)/Size with setting: 19.3mm18.1mm11.3mm

A vivid green jadeite cabochon ring, set in 18k white gold with a brilliant-cut diamond sunburst halo. The jade’s deep, glowing tone holds the centre of the design while the diamonds frame it cleanly.

-All Nanyang jade collections are guaranteed as 100% natural authentic premium Type A quality

-Burma jadeite

-Free local delivery

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Description

Jade Size: 12mm10.5mm5.5mm(LWT)/Size with setting: 19.3mm18.1mm11.3mm

Colour and lustre

This green jade ring centres on a vivid green jadeite cabochon with a deep, glowing tone. The colour leans toward the rich imperial-green range, prized in jadeite for its clean, saturated hue. At the same time, the green does not look painted or flat. Instead, light passes through the dome and lifts the colour from within, so the stone glows softly under direct light and quietens under shade. The high polish gives the cabochon a glassy lustre, yet the jade keeps the soft inner depth that sets natural jadeite apart from glass or dyed material.

Texture and form

Looking closely, you can see the smooth, even surface of the cabochon, with no visible inclusions interrupting the colour. The jade takes the form of a rounded oval dome, a cut that carvers traditionally choose to show off colour and translucency at their best. Around the centre stone, brilliant-cut diamonds in 18k white gold form a sunburst halo that frames the jadeite without competing with it. As a result, the green sits at the heart of the design and draws the eye first.

Meaning

Green jade ring has long symbolised growth, harmony, and steady prosperity. Chinese tradition links this vivid, deep green shade with vitality and good fortune. Together with the smooth cabochon form — a shape that traditionally carries calm and balance — the ring holds the classic meaning of imperial-style jadeite as a stone of life force and lasting blessing.

-All Nanyang jade collections are guaranteed as 100% natural authentic premium Type A quality

-Burma jadeite

-Free local delivery