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  1. Nephrite - Wikipedia

    Nephrite jade is an ornamental stone used in carvings, beads, or cabochon cut gemstones. Nephrite is also the official state mineral of Wyoming.

  2. Nephrite Jade Value, Price, and Jewelry Information

    Jul 10, 2025 · Nephrite is one of the two distinct minerals commonly known as jade. While nephrite doesn’t match the variety or the fine green “imperial jade” colors found in jadeite, it does occur in …

  3. Nephrite | Jadeite, Jade Carving & Jade Jewelry | Britannica

    Nephrite, a gem-quality silicate mineral in the tremolite–actinolite series of amphiboles. It is the less prized but more common of the two types of jade, usually found as translucent to opaque, compact, …

  4. What Is Nephrite Jade? Meaning, History, Value, And Price!

    Jun 9, 2020 · Nephrite jade is a mineral composed of highly dense, fibrous crystal masses. As one of the oldest gemstones in the world, it’s a sacred material in Chinese cultures and traditions.

  5. Nephrite : Properties, Formation, Occurrence, Uses - Geology Science

    Aug 27, 2023 · Nephrite is a type of mineral that belongs to the jade family, which also includes jadeite. It is a metamorphic rock primarily composed of tremolite or actinolite minerals, and it is known for its …

  6. Nephrite Jade: The Properties, History, and Significance of Nephrite

    Jun 25, 2025 · Nephrite is a dense, tough, and compact mineral, composed of interlocking microcrystalline fibers. Its unique properties, such as its vibrant colors, fine texture, and toughness, …

  7. Nephrite Jade Gemstone Information - GemSelect

    Nephrite is a tough, metamorphic mineral primarily composed of a silicate of calcium and magnesium, distinguished by its beautiful range of colors, which include shades of green, white, and even black.

  8. Nephrite Jade: A Guide to Its Formation, Value, and Cultural Significance

    Feb 2, 2024 · The most prized nephrite is an intense, vibrant green, often exhibiting patterns and inclusions that enhance its visual appeal and value. When polished, nephrite has a smooth, often …

  9. The Ultimate Guide to Nephrite: Formation, Uses, and Healing Propertie

    May 23, 2025 · Discover everything about nephrite, including its formation, healing properties, and compatibility with zodiac signs and the Five Elements.

  10. Jade: A beautiful and durable material of nephrite or jadeite

    Perhaps the most attractive and valuable jade found in the United States is from the area around Jeffrey City and Crooks Gap in Wyoming. There, nephrite jade is found by prospecting alluvial sediments, …