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    Nephrite – Natural, Carved, White

    Dagger hilt with triple bud pommel, nephrite jade inlaid with rubies, diamonds, and emeralds. India, Mughal Empire, circa 1700-1750, from the Nasli and Alice Heeramaneck Collection, the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. Public Domain.

    Article: Jade Buying Guide

    Credit: Los Angeles County Museum of Art

    GemstoneJade, Nephrite
    Natural or man madeNatural
    Gem StateCarved
    ColorWhite
    TransparencyTranslucent