Gemological information

Gemological Information for Jadeite
Color	White, Green, Yellow, Orange, Brown, Gray, Black, Lavender
Crystal Structure	Monoclinic
Refractive Index	1.666 to 1.680
Durability	Excellent
Hardness	6.50 to 7.0
Similar Stones	Nephrite, Hydrogrossular, Serpentine, Maw-Sit-Sit, Idocrase, Chalcedony
Treatments	Dyeing, Wax Impregnation, Heat Treatment
Country of Origin	Myanmar
Jadeite Care
Ultrasonic Cleaning	Not Safe
Steam Cleaning	Not Safe
Warm Soapy Water	Safe
Chemical Attack	Can be affected by warm acid
Light Sensitivity	Stable (Unless Treated)
Heat Sensitivity	Will effect enhancements and can fuse to glass under torch conditions