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What is nephrite jade?
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Known as the official state mineral of Wyoming, Nephrite jade is an ornamental stone, mainly used in carvings and beads. It is slightly softer than jadeite. Shop a collection of expertly vetted gems and stones from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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18K Gold Pendant Jade Egg, Circa 1970s, Gump's San Francisco
By Gump's San Francisco
Located in Southbury, CT
What a treasure for the Gump's collector and jade lover! This 1970's jewel from the iconic San
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Jade, 18k Gold
Vintage Gump's White Jade Ring
By Gump's San Francisco
Located in Southbury, CT
Perfectly unisex and exceedingly rare, this is an original Gump's San Francisco jade ring featuring
Category
2010s North American Artisan Fashion Rings
Materials
Jade, 14k Gold
Gump's Treasure Box Tortoise & Jade
By Gump's San Francisco
Located in Southbury, CT
. Remote the jade disk and the original Midcentury Gump's sticker remains in place.
A rare, delightful
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Artisan Desk Accessories
Materials
Jade, Bronze
1960s Gumps Black Brocade Bag Jade Clasp Hong Kong
By Gumps
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Gump's San Francisco Black Clutch Bag Jade Clasp
floral silk brocade pattern
antiqued gold
Category
Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Stone, Metal
Mid-20th Century "Gumps" Signed 23.94 Carat Lavender Jade and Yellow Gold Ring
By Gump's San Francisco
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-20th Century "Gumps" San Francisco Signed 23.94 Carat Lavender Jade and Yellow Gold Ring
This
Category
Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Grade A Jadeite Jade Gump's San Francisco Bezel Set Ring in 18K Gold
By Gump's San Francisco
Located in Miami, FL
This ring boasts a beautiful cabochon cut, oval-shaped grade "A" jadeite jade center stone. 18k
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Materials
Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold