Most people refer green jade when they talk about jade gemstones or jade jewelry. While green jade is the most popular color for jade, the gem stone is infact available in a few other colors too. Red, yellow, white and even brown are some other jade gemstones that you could come across. Though it seems like fairly common gem stone, there are many interesting things about jade that many jade jewelry buyers are not aware of. In this section we will discuss important features about jade, the information will help you choose the right jade gemstone ring when you are shopping for one. Firstly you should know that the name jade refers to two stones that have similar properties. Jadeite and nephrite are both called jade, and this is accepted even by gemological experts. When you talk about durability of a gem, the hardness of the stone becomes an important feature. The hardness of jade can be measured at around 6.5 on a rating of 10. This is ofcourse on the Mohs scale that is used to measure the hardness of gem stones. You might believe that the 6.5 hardness makes the stone in your jade gem stone ring only moderately durable but, reality is much better than that. The internal structure of jade is made up of fine interwoven fibres, this adds toughness to the stone. You therefore should have no worries about the durability of the stone in your gemstone ring. To give you a better idea of the toughness of jade, here is an ancient fact that you should know. The first applications to which jade was put did not take place in the gems and jewelry sector. In ancient times, people made weapons like spear heads and even tools from jade. It was the toughness of the jade gem stone that made it useful in these applications.
There is one aspect of jade gems that most jewelers and gem providers choose to keep silent about, this relates to the treatment of jade gemstones. The interesting thing about jade treatments is that, more than 90% of the jade that enters the gems and jewelry markets is treated in some way or the other. You can therefore presume that the stone in your gold or 925 silver jade gemstone ring is treated, we now discuss this topic. Much of the jade that is mined is not of perfect gem quality. Cracks, pits (holes), color zone, mixed colors and even white (colorless) patches are common in natural rough jade. If a gem manufacturer had to limit his cutting output to good quality jade pieces, he would end up with a very few of them. Another fact is that good quality jade in natural form would yield small sizes, something that might not impress many fashion and jade lovers. Using large amounts of rough jade to get tiny amounts of good quality jade gems, would also imply a high price point. In a market that is price sensitive for various reasons, high prices translate into low demand.
To satisfy a market that does like jade gemstones and moderate the price at the same time, gem manufacturers have researched ways to treat jade gems. A common process used is to dye jade to various colors, this gives the stone a more uniform color spread. Another benefit of dyeing jade is that, you can derive colors that are otherwise rarely found in natural jade. This is the 'secret' behind jade rings with yellow, lavendar or even red jade gems. The fact is that natural jade rough can be found in green, white, black, brown, red and even yellow color. But the rare occurence of these jade colors in natural forms spikes the price beyond most budgets. Closely related to dyeing jade gemstones is the process of bleaching jade. To get the maximum effect of the colors used to dye jade, the stone is first bleached to make the natural color as pale and as uniform as possible. The lighter jade color derived by bleaching allows the applied (dyed) colors to be more clear and uniformly spread across the gem. If you are looking for a jade gemstone ring with a moderate price tag in gold or 925 silver but, require a gem that has a fine color all across the stone or, need a large jade gem - bleached and dyed jade is the way to go. Just to put the price into perspective, a 10x8mm oval bleached and dyed green jade gem could cost around 15 U.S$ to 30 U.S$ per piece. Now if you insisted on getting the same color appearance in an untreated green jade stone with the same size and shape, you could pay around 500 U.S$ to even 900 U.S$ for just the stone. At Kaisilver your custom jade ring can have either of the two gems. However we do admit that most of our jade jewelry buyers, request the bleached and dyed variety for reasons of price.
The importance of discussing the treatments used for jade is higlighted by the fact that, most of the jade gems used in jade jewelry are treated. There is one other process with which jade gems are treated and this needs to be understood well as, increasingly larger volumes of this type of jade is being supplied by Chinese jade manufacturers. There is a technical term called 'impregnated' jade for such jade, we will explain that in simple language. We did mention above that much of the rough jade that is mined has cracks and pits (holes) present in the stone. While bleaching and dyeing can resolve color related issues, the treatment cannot help with the cracks and holes in the rough jade. Until recently such junk quality rough jade was discarded or, made into cheap statues and objects. The rise of the Chinese low cost manufacturing sector brought up some interesting options for the junk jade leftovers. Resins and probably silica compounds are used to 'fill' up the cracks in the stone. Technically we would say that the rough jade is impregnated with foreign substances, this is what is meant by impregnated jade. It is possible that the impregnation treatment is combined with dyeing. What is important to understand is that, impregnated jade gems are very cheap and are generally sold by weight. In an ideal situation we would suggest that, you do not go for a jade ring that has such a gemstone. However if you are looking for a very cheap jade gem stone ring, this might be one of your options. Coming back to the price comparison, a 10x8mm oval jade gem that is impregnated should cost you around 2$ to 5$ for the piece.
You now know about untreated jade and treated jade gemstones, let us put this into the pricing perspective of your gold or 925 silver jade gem ring. If you wanted a jade gemstone ring with an untreated stone, there are two constructive suggestions. The first is to go for a moderately priced untreated jade gem but, be willing to accept a few flaws in color, color spread and possibly find a few fissures in the stone. The extent of the flaws, will depend on the size and color of the jade that you need. Talking about fissures (cracks), it would be best to avoid jade gemstones that have surface reaching cracks - such a stone could crack further and split even with moderate impact. If you wanted a fine untreated jade gem stone ring with little or no blemish - be prepared to pay a premium price for the ring. The price would ofcourse be influenced by the gem size, shape and color. Now if your gold or sterling silver jade gemstone ring is to be purchased on a limited budget (this is true for most of us), then consider going for a dyed jade gem. While we do not recommend going for a jade ring with an impregnated jade gem, make sure that your jeweler clearly informs you if such a gemstone is being used in your ring.
We present a few examples of Kaisilver jade rings here. Just keep in mind that there are no limitations when ordering your jade gemstone ring or, any other jewel from Kai Silver. We custom make all jewelry with the design, gemstones, dimensions and metal of your choice. One feature for all Kaisilver jewelry that few other jewelers can provide is the, equal emphasis given to quality of material and craftsmanship for both gold and 925 silver jewelry. You are welcome to discuss any queries or doubts related to gems and jewelry with our support experts at [email protected] You need not make any commitment to purchase from us to get the benefit of our expertise.
Jade Gemstone Ring, Multi Color Jade
Multi Color Jade Gemstone Ring
An interesting jade gemstone ring from Kaisilver, a unique design that you will not generally come across in gold or 925 silver jade rings. In this concept, we have combined three colors of jade gems in a single ring. Yellow, lavendar, green and pale orange-red are set in a tri-flower arrangement. Multi color jade gemstone rings are not common because, jewelers do not want to go through the tedious task of matching colors and custom cutting each piece of jade. At Kaisilver, the tremendous gemstone resources that we have access to added to the big base of skilled gem cutters, artisans and craftsmen makes it possible to create jewels that are beyond the ordinary. By providing custom gem stone jewelry in gold and silver, we take off all limitations to your choice and options when ordering. No standard designs, no fixed gem inventories and no metal restrictions. You can order the RG235 as a gold or 925 silver jade ring and stay assured that, the same quality of gems and craftsmanship will be dedicated to the gold or sterling silver gem stone ring. Though the jade ring shown here has multi colored jade gemstones, you can request for a single color jade to be used for the ring too. We can also combine different gemstone types in the same ring. Please do not rush to buy this or any other jade ring without reading the complete report that precedes these ring examples. Once you have done that, check full details of this tremendous jade ring at http://www.kaisilver.com/jade-ring-multi-colors-01.htm
Jade Gemstone Claddagh Ring
Claddagh Jade Ring, Silver or Gold
A fine claddagh gem stone ring with green jade, a legendary jewel with an awesome gemstone. The claddagh ring has a history that dates back to almost four centuries. It is backed by a touching story that makes it one of the most meaningful jewels in history. You can order your jade claddagh gemstone ring in gold or 925 silver. With the same production team being assigned to the gold and silver jewelry production units at Kaisilver, you get the same fine quality for both metal options. If you wish to have a jade claddagh ring, you can choose from green jade, yellow jade, red (orangish-red), or lavendar (mild purple) jade. We would recommend that you read this entire report on jade gemstones before making a decision to buy any jade gemstone ring. Kaisilver claddagh rings are custom made with the gemstone of your choice, you therefore need not limit the gem selection to jade alone. This historic jewel is suitable for special ocassions like wedding and engagement and can also be worn as a casual wear jewel. By choosing a birthstone for your claddagh ring, you can proudly wear one of the finest and most meaningful birthstone rings that you will find. Kaisilver is credited with making the world's finest claddagh rings for men and ladies. Backed by an intense research into the tradition and history of the jewel, our rings retain all the meaning and features of the first claddagh ring made almost 4 centuries ago. You can find more details about the history of the claddagh ring and more specifically about this jade claddagh gemstone ring at http://www.gemstonejewelry.kaijewels.com/jade-claddagh-ring-rg236-kj.htm
Mens Jade Gemstone Ring, Gold or Silver
Custom Jade Rings For Men
The toughness of the jade gemstone makes it suitable for ladies and men's gemstone ring. The MAN10 mens jade ring from Kaisilver is impressively and modestly priced in both gold and sterling silver. When you order your Kaisilver jade gemstone ring for men, the small gems or diamonds that surround the center oval green jade gem are optional. The good thing about our gold or 925 silver jade gemstone rings is that, you are assured of the same quality of design, craftsmanship and gem for the gold or silver ring, Keeping the impressive dimensions of this mens jade stone ring in mind, we have assigned a healthy metal weight to the jewel. This ensures longterm durability and comfortability for your jade ring. Taking advantage of the complete customization that we provide, you can request for your jade mens ring to be made with your own design in gold or silver. You are also welcome to select any ring from our website and request for it to be made with a jade gemstone. While jade is available in a few colors besides green, mens jade gemstone rings are very popular with green jade gemstones. While you can find more details for this mens ring on our regular website at http://www.jewellery.kaijewels.com/man-jade-ring.htmwe would suggest that you read this complete report on jade rings before, making any purchase.
Lavender Jade Gemstone Ring
This historic claddagh ring this time with a gorgeous lavender jade gemstone. With green jade being around for so very long it really seems that, everyone you know has a green jade gemstone ring or other jewel now. This is exactly what adds to the desirability of the Kaisilver gold or 925 silver lavendar jade ring. In ancient times, it was presumed that all jade is green so the color came to be associated with the gem and vice versa. With more scientific knowledge and research, it has become possible to better identify various gems and rocks - we now know that jade can be white, green purple, yellow, red, brown etc. When you wear this jade heart ring, the significance of the claddagh ring makes it very special. The gorgeous purple jade makes it all the more special. Jade by virtue of it's internal finely meshed structure is strong and tough, Kaisilver has added features in this ring to ensure that the jewel retains shape for a long time. The meaning and significance of the claddagh ring remains the same irrespective of the, metal that you choose. We provide the same quality of craftsmanship and gemstone for the gold or 925 silver ring, you can therefore pick your choice of metal based on what you like. Check out all the details and options for this ring at http://www.gemnjewel.kaijewels.com/rg801-claddagh-925-silver-ring-0307.php and contact our support experts for any futher information that you need.
Mens Jadeite Jade Rings
Jade is a generic term that describes two gems, nephrite and jadeite. Despite the fact that nephrite jade was known to humans for few thousand years, it is jadeite jade that is highly sought after today. It was around 3 to 4 centuries ago that the Chinese came to known about jadeite jade from Burma (Myanmar) and they fell in love with the gemstone. China is one country that defines the demand levels for jade and the Chinese can never get enough of the gemstone. The world today considers jadeite jade to be much more desirable as nephrite jade, this has pushed up the prices of jadeite. Most jewelry buyers expect natural jadeite rings to be too expensive especially if, their requirement is for a natural untreated green jadeite ring. Very little of the commercial quality jadeite reaches gem markets without being treated, most of it is dyed to give the gems a better color. At the same time, as knowledge about gemstones increases, the preference for natural and untreated gems keeps growing. The ancient traditions and customs for which jade is worn even today, is another reason why buyers prefer their jade rings to be untreated and natural. Kaisilver sources moderately priced natural jadeite from vicinity of the gem mines in Northern Burma. Reasonably priced men's gold and silver jade rings can be ordered with untreated or dyed (treated) jadeite from Burma. The design for your jade ring for men can be yours or ours ... more.