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Jadiete
| Chemical Composition |
Sodium aluminum silicate |
| Colour |
A wide range of colours including white, green, yellow, red, orange, violet, and black. |
| Refractive Index |
R.I. 1.64-1.67 |
| Durability |
Hardness 6.5-7. Very tough. |
| Crystal Structure |
Monoclinic |
| Specific Gravity |
3.25-3.36. |
| Sources / Occurrence |
Major sources include Burma, New Zealand, Guatemala, and Siberia. Prized for carvings, frequently from China |
| Varieties |
Imperial Jade
Purple Jade | | |
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