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What is the difference between jade and jadeite?

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What is the difference between jade and jadeite?
Jade and jadeite look similar, but the latter gem is rarer and harder than the former. Jadeite is also extremely valuable. In some cases, one carat can cost up to $3 million.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
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Natural Myanmar Handcrafted Rabbit Loose White Jade Jadeite, Big Bunny
Located in Kowloon, HK
bidding or buying. ............................................. ABOUT WHITE JADEITE White jade is a
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1990s Hong Kong Artisan Loose Gemstones

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Jade

Antique Hand Carved Jade Jadeite Pendant Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry Heirloom
Located in Montreal, QC
Finely detailed Antique Carved Natural White Jade Jadeite Pendant Necklace; The pendant, measuring
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Early Victorian More Necklaces

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Jade

Jadeite Jade Buddha 18k White Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Jadeite Jade Buddha 18k White Gold Pendant A carving of Buddha made of natural jadeite jade with
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Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold

Large Carved Green White Jadeite Jade Pendant Vintage
Located in Austin, TX
Beautiful very large green and white carved and pierced jadeite jade pendant. Pendant featuring
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Vintage 1970s Pendant Necklaces

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Jade, 14k Gold

Large Carved Green White Jadeite Jade Pendant Vintage
$2,560 Sale Price
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White Gold Alloy Metal Jadeite Jade and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This ring features a striking jadeite jade centerpiece paired with diamonds totaling 0.75tcw
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20th Century Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Jade, White Gold

18K White Gold 18.40ct Blue Glutinous Jadeite Jade Diamond Jade Charm Pendant
Located in Houston, TX
grams Ladies 18K White gold free form-style, diamond and jadeite pendant. Engraved with "d.0.95ct" and
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

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