Burmese jade bracelet A (5-6mm beads)

BRA-JADB-01
Origin: Burma
Grade: A

Dimensions:
Approximately 17-18cm - Fits all wrists measuring 16 to 18cm

Beautiful elastic bracelet made of 5-6mm Burmese jade beads.
Patterns and colors may vary from one bracelet to another.

Burmese jade is actually jadeite. In 1863, Alexis Damour, a French mineralogist (1808-1902), distinguished jadeite and nephrite in the composition of jade. Jadeite belongs to the pyroxene family, minerals of the inosilicate group. These are common components of igneous and metamorphic rocks. This pyroxene results from the metamorphism of sodium-rich serpentines.

In France, jadeite and nephrite were both called jade without distinction before the 19th century. In China, jadeite appeared in the mid-18th century. It originated in Burma. It turns out that all the ancient jade used in China before this period was nephrite.

Jadeite owes its magnificent hues to the presence of impurities or metallic ions. Without them, jadeite would be colorless or white, with a milky appearance. Specimens of intense green get their color from the iron they contain. Mauve varieties contain manganese. Burmese jadeite, or imperial jade, is colored by chromium.

There is also a black jade called “magnetite jade.” In fact, this is primarily a trade name for black jade with magnetite inclusions. The term “chloromelanite” is also sometimes used to refer to jade. However, it actually corresponds to a dark green pyroxene with black veins.

A third mineral found in jade is kosmochlor. It has a similar composition to jadeite. It is a sodium and chromium silicate originating from a meteorite that fell in Toluca, Mexico. Its name comes from the German word "kosmische," meaning "cosmic," and the Greek word "khlôros," meaning "green."

In 1963, the Swiss gemologist Eduard Gübelin discovered maw sit sit in the Mandalay region of northern Burma. It is a metamorphic aggregate composed of chromite, kosmochlor, jadeite, and other minerals. All these components form a mosaic of blacks and greens that constitutes maw sit sit. It is, in fact, very often confused with nephrite jade. Indeed, nephrite jade is very common in these regions of Burma.

Maw sit sit jade is a jade that is found in the same extraction sites as imperial jade.

Throughout Asia, jade remains a symbolic stone of luck, health, and prosperity. It is given as a gift on important occasions such as births, weddings, birthdays, and graduations.

The world's largest jadeite mining site is located in northern Myanmar. It is crucial to emphasize that this deposit produces the majority of high-quality jadeite available on the international market.

Then in 1973, the jade deposit, where pre-Columbian civilizations obtained their jade, was rediscovered. This alluvial deposit yields magnificent, translucent jade, ranging in color from blue to green.

In jewelry, the most sought-after jadeite is Burmese jadeite, which is emerald green. However, mauve and blue jadeites are also highly prized. It can be cut into cabochons, rings, necklaces, bracelets, and more. Bracelets in the form of rigid rings, called "bangles," are very popular with Chinese customers.

The main deposits of Burmese jade are in Burma!

Burmese jade fosters honesty towards oneself and others. It teaches one not to cheat, not to lie, and not to distort the truth. It promotes quality relationships based on exchange and sincerity. It is even recommended during business negotiations or other situations, as it brings integrity.

It encourages tolerance and discourages hasty judgments about the behavior or ideas of those around us. It prevents jumping to conclusions and fosters patience. Burmese jade helps us accept and appreciate differences in our environment. It facilitates openness, compassion, and empathy.

Burmese jade, like many other green stones, is considered a lucky charm. It is said to bring luck, success, and abundance. It is a mineral of peace and harmony. It helps to control nervousness and manage negative emotions, allowing them to be released and making room for positive feelings.

Furthermore, Burmese jade helps overcome guilt. It encourages introspection and leads to self-acceptance. It provides well-being and serenity. It is excellent for meditation.