When testing jade, one way to determine its authenticity is listening to how it sounds. Our jade expert, Jane shows how each of these jade bangles (fake on the left, real on the right) sounds when they are struck with another piece of jade! Follow for even more jade education! . . . . #jade #educational #jadeitejade #jadebangle bangles, jadeite jewelry, real jade vs fake jade, how to, educational content, how to test jade, authentic jewelry, high end jewelry | Baikalla Jewelry - Fine Jadeite Jad

Testing Jade with a UV Light! 💡 Treated jade *often* has a neon blue hue under UV light, thanks to added polymers and fluorescent powder, used to mimic the luster of high-end jade. Real jade, especially high-quality pieces, doesn’t show this glow—making this test another simple way to spot the difference! That being said, not all treated jade has fluorescent powder in them, stay tuned for more in part 3! To learn more about jade—or if you’d like us to help you find your perfect, untreated, fine

One of the easiest ways to test your jade at home is through the sound test. When you gently tap an untreated jade bangle, it rings with a clear, high-pitched tone, thanks to jade’s natural, unbroken crystal structure. Treated jade, on the other hand, sounds dull due to added polymers and dye, which disrupt its structure. Real jade has a distinctive resonance that’s different from other stones Try it yourself at home and listen for that unmistakable sound of quality jade! 🥰 Stay tuned for part

🎶 The Sound of Real Jade: Timeless and Unique 🎶 Does the shape or thickness of a jade bangle affect its sound? Yes—but real jade always has that distinct, solid timbre you can’t miss. From wide bangles to petite ones, each piece rings out with the same beautiful tone. Compare that to treated jade, which sounds dull and hollow. Listen to the difference and let us know—can you hear the real jade sound? 💚 Follow us for more jade tips and tricks! #jadebangle #realjade #jadesound #jadeeducation #j