Jadeite and jade are two different types of minerals that are often used interchangeably to refer to a green-colored gemstone that has cultural and spiritual significance in many parts of the world.

Jadeite is a pyroxene mineral with the chemical formula NaAlSi2O6. It is one of the two types of minerals that are commonly referred to as "jade" (the other being nephrite). Jadeite is a relatively rare mineral that is found in metamorphic rocks in certain regions of the world, including Myanmar (formerly Burma), Guatemala, and California. It is known for its bright green color, which is caused by the presence of chromium and other trace elements. Jadeite is also valued for its hardness and toughness, which makes it suitable for use in jewelry and other decorative objects.

Jade, on the other hand, is a term that is used more broadly to refer to a variety of green-colored more...

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A single jade and 9ct rose gold stud earring. Weight 0.5g

A single jade and 9ct rose gold stud earring. Weight 0.5g

A pair of Chinese cabochon jade and 14ct Gol earrings, screw…

Chinese Jade and Gold Earrings

A pair of Chinese cabochon jade and 14ct Gol earrings, screw fittings. Weight 2.8g.

Chinese 14ct yellow gold screw and apple green jadeite earrings…

Chinese Jadeite Earrings with 14ct Gold Screws and Characters

Chinese 14ct yellow gold screw and apple green jadeite earrings with oval pierced Chinese character

Pair of Chinese 14ct yellow gold and apple green jadeite…

14ct Gold & Apple Green Jadeite Earrings

Pair of Chinese 14ct yellow gold and apple green jadeite earrings

A pair of carved jade earring attachments Separate carved…

Carved Jade Earring Attachments in Gold Frames

A pair of carved jade earring attachments Separate carved panels, mounted within gold frames, designed as 'Thread-on' earring attachments; 14ct gold. Weight 21.2g. Length 5.5 cm.

Six Chinese jade and gilt metal fitted jewellery items,…

Chinese Jade and Gilt Metal Jewelry Set

Six Chinese jade and gilt metal fitted jewellery items, includes: three bracelets, two pendants and a pair of earrings.

A pair of vintage gold (14K) and jade drop earrings, the…

Vintage Jade and Gold Drop Earrings

A pair of vintage gold (14K) and jade drop earrings, the Chinese carved spinach jade panels of diamond form suspended from chain and hook settings each with a further conforming cabochon jade panel.

Chinese 18ct gold and jade earring, with screw back

18ct Gold and Jade Screw Back Earring

Chinese 18ct gold and jade earring, with screw back

14ct gold Chinese jade earrings Unmarked gold 2 x 11.5 mm x 8.5…

14ct Gold Chinese Jade Earrings with Oval Cabochon

14ct gold Chinese jade earrings Unmarked gold 2 x 11.5 mm x 8.5 mm oval jade cabochon

A pair of Chinese green jade and 9ct. earrings, the circular…

Green Jade and Gold Earrings

A pair of Chinese green jade and 9ct. earrings, the circular carved jade discs with gold wire fittings

A pair of Chinese pale green jade earrings, of oblong plaque…

Green Jade Floral Earrings with Silver Cloud Mounts

A pair of Chinese pale green jade earrings, of oblong plaque form carved and pierced with floral designs, suspended from silver wire cloud form mounts and fixed to screw fittings.

A pair of jade drop earrings, pear shaped drop suspended from a…

Jade Drop Earrings with Chinese Character Bail

A pair of jade drop earrings, pear shaped drop suspended from a Chinese character bail, screw-on fittings, 9ct gold. Weight 5.6g.

A pair of jade earclips, the central carved panel depicting a…

Jade Bird Earclips in Gold Frame

A pair of jade earclips, the central carved panel depicting a bird in foliage claw set within an oval frame. Yellow gold. Weight 13.18 grams. Length 28 mm

A pair of jade and gem set earrings; Art Deco style with carved…

Art Deco Jade and Gem Earrings with Diamonds and Rubies

A pair of jade and gem set earrings; Art Deco style with carved jade drops to 9ct white gold diamond and ruby set surmounts. Length 55 mm

Jade and peridot earrings on silver gilt setting

Silver Gilt Earrings with Jade and Peridot Stones

Jade and peridot earrings on silver gilt setting

9ct gold and jade bead earrings

Jade Bead Earrings in 9ct Gold

9ct gold and jade bead earrings

Pair Chinese gold and apple green jade earrings the pear shape…

850 Stamped Pear-Shaped Jade and Gold Earrings

Pair Chinese gold and apple green jade earrings the pear shape earrings stamped 850

Pair of green jade earrings, on silver studs

Green Jade Earrings on Silver Studs

Pair of green jade earrings, on silver studs

Pair of red jade earrings, on silver hooks

Red Jade Earrings on Silver Hooks

Pair of red jade earrings, on silver hooks

14ct gold and jade earrings, mismatched backs

Mismatched Jade and Gold Earrings

14ct gold and jade earrings, mismatched backs

9ct yellow gold and jade earrings

Jade and Gold Earrings

9ct yellow gold and jade earrings

14ct yellow gold, lavender jade clip-on earrings approx 9.1…

14ct Gold Lavender Jade Clip-On Earrings - 9.1g

14ct yellow gold, lavender jade clip-on earrings approx 9.1 grams

Two pairs of gem set stud earrings; one in 18ct gold set with…

Gem Stud Earrings in 18ct and 14ct Gold

Two pairs of gem set stud earrings; one in 18ct gold set with cultured pearls and ten round brilliant cut diamonds, other in 14ct gold set with nephrite jade. Wt. 4.6g.