Not all jade is truly natural. Many pieces are chemically treated to enhance their appearance, which can make the stone fragile, less valuable, and potentially unsafe. Only Grade A, untreated jade is authentic and enduring. At Real Jade Co, every jadeite jade piece is guaranteed 100% natural and untreated.
Why You Should Avoid Buying Treated Jade
When most people think of jade, they imagine a beautiful green stone valued for its color and rarity. But not all jade is the same. There are two main types: jadeite and nephrite. Both come in various colors, but green jadeite is the most popular.
It’s important to know that not all jade is natural. Many jade pieces are treated to improve their appearance, but these treatments can be unsafe, temporary, and lower the stone’s value.
Common Jade Treatments
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Bleaching – Chemicals make the jade look clearer, but it can make the stone brittle and prone to breaking.
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Dyeing – Artificial colors make jade look more vibrant, but the color can fade over time.
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Impregnating – Chemicals fill cracks and make the jade appear smoother, but this can change the stone’s structure.
Jade Grades
In Asia, treated jade is labeled as B, C, or B+C grade:
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B Grade: Bleached and heated; looks prettier temporarily but becomes fragile over time.
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C Grade: Dyed to enhance color; color fades eventually, revealing the true stone.
Treated jade may look attractive at first, but it is less durable, less valuable, and not natural.
Why Untreated Jade Is Best
Untreated, natural jade (Grade A) is safe, durable, and retains its value. Buying treated jade is not only risky for your investment but can also pose health concerns due to chemical treatments.
At Real Jade Co, we only sell authentic, untreated jadeite jade—guaranteed.
Learn More
If you want to know more about jade, jadeite, or nephrite, visit our Jade Education Blog or contact us—we’re happy to help!
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