new jade

"New jade" is a term used to describe a serpentine mineral often mistaken for true jade, commonly used in jewelry and carvings.

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Definition

B2Gemology

(technical)A type of serpentine mineral used as a substitute for jade in jewelry and carvings, typically found in various shades of green.

Example

  • The necklace features a pendant made of new jade, giving it a beautiful green hue.
  • Although it resembles jade, new jade is actually a type of serpentine.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "new jade":

red jadeimperial jadesoft jadehard jadeemerald greenyellow jasmine