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Nephrite jade is extremely abundant, and found all over the world. Mostly in Canada, but also China, New Zealand, USA, Taiwan, Russia.
Jadeite jade is much less abundant and therefore is much more expensive, found in mostly in Myanmar, and some in the USA.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 15y agoIt wasn't really discovered, but was used by the Mayans and East Asians (mainly) for thousnds of years. I watched a whole documentary on the Mayan use of jade. They thought it was the key to the aftrelife.
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∙ 15y agoJade is actually a rock composed mainly of the minerals jadeite or actinolite. Jade can be found in many places including Big Sur, California, Wyoming, Burma, Russia, and China.
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∙ 11y agoJade come from China, Burma and New Zeland, but the best come from China and Burma
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Where was jadeite discovered?
jade can be found at the very north of mongolia, or the hole east coast
Which is more expensive dark jade or light jade?
Dark jade is more valuable.
Is jade a mineral or a rock?
A jade is actually both a mineral and a rock.
What is the best jade in the world?
Burmese Jade
Is jade igneous metamorphic or sedimentary?
Jade is metamorphic.
Who discovered jade?
Jade was not discovered it was found by the Mayans in East Asia
What artifacts were discovered in Anyang?
Jade
When was jade first discovered?
3000 B.C. by the Chinese
Where was jadeite discovered?
jade can be found at the very north of mongolia, or the hole east coast
What is the Arabic translation for the name Jade?
jade jade
What nicknames does Jade Ritchie go by?
Jade Simpson goes by Jade Olivia Braddock.
What is the birth name of Jade Jai?
Jade De Luna's birth name is Katrina Zuill.
Who love jade?
Jade loves poo poo jade kissed Matthew
What nicknames does Jade Gaje go by?
Jade Gaje goes by The Jade Chef.
Where do you find Pokemon Jade?
There is no such Pokemon as Jade
Do You Know Who Jade is?
jade is an actor
What is jade in hawaiian?
Jade = Ieiki
