A Bi Pi Disc is a doughnut-like shape where the piece of jade is more flat than a nugget and is carved into a hollow circle.

There are various forms of the beaded jade necklace. There are some necklaces strung with different colored jade beads which bring variety and liveliness to the necklace.

Then there is the continuous strand of the same color jade, be it white, green, or black jade. Jade pendants can be found in many necklaces, some sharing the same strand with other stones or metals to form appealing designs.

There are also simple designs with jade to accommodate both males and females where a jade nugget will be the only stone hanging from a piece of black waxed cord.

In China, it is extremely common to see people wearing jade as jewelry, be it a jade bangle, earrings, or the jade Bi Pi Disc on a red string dangling around their neck. It is common to see jade necklaces on the Chinese because not only do they believe that the stone is more valuable than gold, but their superstitions insinuate jade as a magnet to health, luck, prosperity, and safety.

China is not the only place where you see people wear jade necklaces. South America, North America, Europe, New Zealand, and Australia are just a few continents and countries where a large portion of the populations not only appreciate jade but wear jade necklaces on a regular basis. For instance, if you head to the central coast of California you will find men and women of all ages wearing nuggets of Big Sur jade hanging from chains or black cord.

South American jade as well as New Zealand jade is often carved into intricate designs that are delicately strung around different necklace materials that are worn by both men and women.

Like any piece of jade, be it a small gem or a large monument, jade necklaces range in price from twenty dollars to close to one million dollars. For instance The Bead Site recorded “a jadeite necklace of thirty beads sold at Christie’s Hong Kong for $942,308, or $31,410 per bead” in April, 1998.

The price not only depends on the value of the actual piece of jadeite or nephrite but also the labor and work put into the piece of jade. The various designs and detail can take weeks to perfect along with cleaning and polishing.

Jade necklaces are very popular around the globe for men, women, and children.

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Jade enthusiasts believe that it is a stone with a soul and can not be compared to diamonds and other precious stones. So what make jade a quality stone?

The quality of jade can be determined by its density, color, translucency, texture, luster and cutting.

Density

The density of jade is one of the main determining factors of its quality.

Color

Jade’s color ranges from green to white, black to blue and various shades of red, orange and yellow just to name a few.

The most desirable colors of jade are the deep emerald greens of imperial jade. White and lavender jade are also highly regarded for their rarity.

Translucency and Transparency

Jade ranges from translucent to near opaque. The highest quality jade is transparent and is compared to the consistency and clarity of honey.

Texture

Jade’s texture is another determining factor of its quality. It ranges from fine to coarse. Jade takes on a high polish which gives it a very smooth texture. The highest quality jade is clear and has little to no impurities.

Tone

The tone describes the specific quality of a color grade. The most desirable tones are those that give a clarity that is penetrating from a distance.

Cutting

This determines the cutting and shaping of the stone. Most jade is used in cabochons and carved pieces.

The Most Desirable Jade

Jade is the perfect material for rings. For the best display of jade rings we suggest looking for jade with gold or white gold. The addition of diamonds also help this gemstone stone shine. Some of the best looking rings with jade are displayed with double or triple bands which help attract the eye to the brilliance of the majestic stone.

Jade adds a slight brilliant shine of color to minerals it comes into contact with, enhancing the color of the gold of a ring.

The Value of a Jade Ring

Jade is far different than your normal diamond rings. Today diamonds symbolize wealth, durability, status, and peerless quality. Jade, however, is a real treasure and symbolizes love and sentimental value. Jade is a true gift from the heart.

Jade as a Wedding Ring

Using jade as a wedding ring is an ancient tradition and can be traced all the way back to the wedding traditions of the Egyptians. Long ago, before medals were discovered and used for jewlery, jade rings were made of braided grass, ivory, leather and bone.

Today we use medals such as yellow or white gold and platinum.

Symbolism of Jade

Jade is a stone used for healing the heart and is therefore an amazing choice as a love stone. It brings wisdom, gives protection and attracts prosperity to its wearer.

When lovers exchange jade it binds their love.

Jade is considered the eternal stone. Giving a jade ring is an everlasting gift of love.