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Is mutton fat jade nephrite or jadeite?

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Is mutton fat jade nephrite or jadeite?
Mutton fat jade is nephrite. Jade is one of the oldest known gemstones, but it’s actually made of two separate minerals—nephrite and jadeite. The two stones can look very similar, but have different chemical compositions and crystal structures. Find vintage and contemporary jade jewelry from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Vintage Yellow Gold Mutton Fat Jade Carved Buddha Reversible Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Experience the serene beauty of this vintage mutton fat Jade Pendant Fashioned from yellow gold
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Yellow Gold

Antique Mutton Fat Jade Carved Official & Attendant Reversible Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite mutton fat jade pendant is a fine example of traditional East Asian craftsmanship
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Antique 17th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade

Antique Mutton Fat Jade Carved Dragon Reticulated Openwork Amulet Plaque
Located in New York, NY
This captivating mutton fat jade carving from the 17th century is meticulously crafted, showcasing
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Antique 17th Century Loose Gemstones

Materials

Jade

Antique White Mutton Fat Jade Carved Dragon Bi Disc Figurine Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 33.4 Grams Stone: Mutton Fat Jade Measurements: 69.0 x 43.5 mm ITEM #:BR-977-060323-03
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade

Certified Natural Nephrite Jade Pendant Necklace, True Mutton Fat Jade
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This master piece is certified natural nephrite jade "Mutton Fat Jade" by two different labs! One
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2010s Chinese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade

Important Natural Nephrite Jade Pendant Necklace Certified True Mutton Fat Jade
Located in Hong Kong, HK
place of Heitan jade. That certificate actually says “mutton fat jade” then of course we backed it up
Category

2010s Chinese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade

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