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I bought this jadeite cabachon and gold ring (tested 14k) at a local antique shop. It was filthy, to the point that light would hardly pass through the stone, but the color looked good to me and the price was right (under $100).
So, after cleaning it, I see that the color and clarity seem very good, but there is a fissure that can be seen only when light passes at just the right angle to create a shadow. The fissure is probably visible under a microscope, too, but I dont have one to check.
I also notice the stone has a few spots on the surface that have been slightly scuffed.
My question is should I spend money on certification that the stone is A grade / untreated natural jadeite, or does the fissure elimate any chance of a high dollar value (above $2,000)?
The stone is about 10mm x 7mm x 5mm thick....so about 3 carats?
I'm no expert, but I'd say the crack, if that is what it is, kills it. Also, the color is beautiful, but looks a little uneven in your photos...
@kirby13 Thanks! Kind of what I thought about the fissure, but I don't see it on the surface of the stone.
I think the ring is Victorian period, so 1890-1910 ish. I had another ring of that period a few years ago with a smaller stone, and it also had the same clear color on the edges under intense light.
I wonder if that is the nature of jadeite being mined during that period, or somethng just the thinner edges of the caberchon appearing clear because the color is being wased out by the bright light.
That clearness is not at all visible under normal light conditions.
Hi greeno107,
It's pretty much impossible to determine by way of the images as to whether it is genuine jadeite jade or not.
The fissure looks more like a crack. Which if it is knocks over 80% of its value since it is near the center of the stone.
The best jadeite has a even hue, highly translucent and a watery colour. Your stone appears to be translucent but lacks a even hue.
Now whether it is or has been treated I can't tell. Although generally speaking if the colour intensity is the same when viewed from both sides under a strong light it is a good thing. Most dyed stones tend to lack the same intensity when viewed back to front. Do you own a loupe?
The setting itself is very typical for 1960's and most definitely not from Victorian era.
Now to having it certified. Personally I would not spend additional monies on a certificate if it turns out to be a crack. You could seek confirmation about whether it is jade and if it's been treated. If it been treated it is known as B or C jade and has very little value. Do you own a UV light?
If so try it out on the stone. If it glows its been treated.
Gemologists (not your local jeweler unless he has both the equipment and the experience) should be able to perform a quick test for a few dollars. The first step would be to view it under a strong microscope or 20x loupe to view its inner structure. Secondly if it passes the first one is to use a UV light. A specific gravity test is one sure way but it would need to be removed from the setting.
To my eye based purely on your images I think it's highly likely to be either treated or a simulated stone. The green patch does not look natural.
Jadeite jade should have a rocky or dimpled surface versus nephrite that has a oily surface. When viewing using a loupe the interior should look like a interlocking maze/webs and should never seem plain or perfectly clear like glass. If it does its a simulation.
To give you some idea as to the difficulty of appraisal is the following stone. It certainly looks like jadeite jade. It has good translucency and even colour. But it's actually a rare form of serpentine.
The following is my certified imperial jadeite jade guanyin. Notice the watery green translucency. Observe the natural mix of the hues.
If you do get it checked out could you please let us know the results.
Regards,
Mark
@imperialfinegems Thanks Mark!
It doesn't glow der UV, but since the crack is so obvious to the eye, I can't see spending $ on a certification.
Somewhere among my clutter is my loup....if I can ever find it.
I'll likely gift it to a family member someday when I've forgotten their birthday or something.
All the best!
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