Jade has been part of China’s art tradition for thousands of years. Jade comes in two distinct forms: jadeite and nephrite. Jade carvers believe the elements of jade make it something beautiful and ...

It's a fascinating material, known and treasured for millennia, but it's not always easy to identify. There are two different types of jade: jadeite and nephrite. Each is formed from a different kind ...

THE OWNER: Jeanne Welcker of Metairie writes that she inherited this figurine from her mother. She was told that it had been in her family for more than 70 years and that it was originally purchased ...

Jade has been a symbol of status in China since the ancient times. It's an important material, often used in carvings, jewelry, screens, decorations, etc. Jade is held in high regard as valuable and ...