Jade EarringsBy: Ms Nandita Ray
Summary: Jade earrings can be disc shaped or oval, dangling, hoop type, tear drop shaped. Any form looks attractive. A solitaire Jade set in filigree encasing of gold or silver looks very attractive. Green looks bright against the gold or silver and is very appropriate for office wear.
Earring is the most common form of adornment of the human body. It is now
unisex. Anybody can flaunt a small stud to a swinging chandelier. The choice
is yours. Among the host of precious and semi precious gems that are found
on the planet, Jadeite or Jade to the layman, is quite a popular gemstone.
Jade and Nephrite are considered Jade, the only difference is their chemical
makeup. These are ornamental stones and are two forms of silicate. Jadeite
is pyroxene while Nephrite is a form of amphibole.
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Jade or Yu in Chinese is a very popular gemstone in Asia. It is hugely
popular in China and its popularity is getting world wide recognition. It
stimulates creativity and mental agility. Though Jade is rare and considered
more precious than its cousin the Nephrite. In both the minerals, the color
distribution is uneven. Veins and streaks run through them. Nephrite is
usually dark green or grey green. It can also be white, yellowish or red in
color. Jadeite sports colors from pink, violet, brown and green.
Jade is usually collected as an antique. Figurines are also popular.
However, innovation and imagination has made this gem a much wanted piece of
jewelry. It can be set in a very modern form or in the traditional way.
Though the value of Jade depends on its color and clarity, all types are
welcomed.
Jade earrings can be disc shaped or oval, dangling, hoop type, tear drop
shaped. Any form looks attractive. A solitaire Jade set in filigree encasing
of gold or silver looks very attractive. Green looks bright against the gold
or silver and is very appropriate for office wear. A pair of Jade studs is
smart and simple. It can be made in pinks, violets or black Jade. Oval,
round, square of rectangular shapes are easily made and found.
Heart shaped jade, especially a pink one is the perfect gift for your
Valentine. It becomes a statement when surrounded with diamonds. The
diamonds also add to its worth. It can also be circled by seed pearls. This
too looks pretty. The creamy white of the pearls offsets the pink and violet
and even green of the Jade. With black Jade the contrast is absolutely
stunning and makes a perfect wear for the evening.
A cluster of Jadeite beds of various colors can make a striking pair of
danglers. Beads of various colors can be threaded with gold or silver and
this adds to the value of the earring. Hanging like a bunch of grapes or a
cluster of buds or just a long dangler is the fashion today. Pink, violet
intermixed with spinach green makes a good combination. Carved Jade earrings
are also in. Carved in various forma, flowers, hearts, dragons, bells also
make interesting earrings. Lavender Lady Drop Earring is also quite
attractive.
Jade earrings are also fashioned into Chinese characters to bring luck or
symbols of good fortune. Double carp fish, Money turtle, Jade Lucky frog,
Jade Lucky Knot, Jade Buddha, Money Chilly, are all fashioned into earrings.
Jade Zodiac signs are also made into earrings. They can be fashioned into
studs, clip on, drops or hoops. Using 14 karat gold these earrings are
stylish and affordable.
Jade earrings are an asset and an investment. Good Jade is rare and
expensive and is a fine substitute for emerald. If you want to be well
attired and have a well groomed appearance, Jade earrings of various colors
and shapes will always prove to be an asset in your wardrobe.
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