African Serpentine Bangle 2466 #17.2

|Jade Treasure | Discovering Nature's Beautiful Gems | Jewelry Curator | Professional Jewelry Wholesaler | 【Characteristics of African Serpentine】 African serpentine is a type of quartz jade, belonging to the same family as crystal and agate. It has a Mohs hardness of 7-7.5 and a density of 2.75 g/cm³. Its refractive index ranges between 1.54 and 1.55. The mineral composition of African serpentine consists of quartz, with white mica forming the green mineral. White mica appears in columnar and scaly aggregates. Pyrite is the metallic luster mineral, and hematite is the impurity mineral, presenting as orange-yellow to reddish-brown. The appearance of African serpentine is remarkably similar to high-quality jadeite. It possesses characteristics like glassy texture and icy floating flowers, with a delicate luster. Due to its striking resemblance in color to jadeite, yet priced tens to hundreds of times lower for comparable quality, it is also known in the market as a "jadeite alternative." The value of African serpentine varies based on its internal structure and color purity; pieces with vibrant colors and fewer impurities are more sought after by the market. 【Jade Bangles】 Jade bangles are a distinctive accessory for women, serving as a talisman for peace and good fortune. Beyond offering protection, wearing a jade bangle enhances a woman's elegance and depth, making it a classic, timeless, and enduring accessory. 【Jade Bangle Care】 "Jade nourishes the wearer, and the wearer nourishes jade." Long-term wear of a jade bangle is the best form of maintenance and also reduces the risk of dropping it when putting it on or taking it off. When wearing a jade bangle, avoid impact with hard objects, especially those with minor cracks, to minimize the chance of breakage or damage. For daily care, gently wipe the bangle with a soft cloth to maintain its luster and beauty. 【Quality Assurance】 All jade sold in our store is natural and untreated. Natural jade may contain cotton, mineral inclusions, black spots, or natural stone lines, all of which are normal occurrences. 【Care Reminder】 African serpentine is a quartz jade with a high hardness of 7.0-7.5, but its density is lower than that of jadeite. Lower density means it requires careful wear to avoid collisions, which could lead to cracks. When storing, place it in a dedicated jewelry box or wrap it in a soft cloth to prevent jewelry from colliding with each other. Avoid exposing metal-inlaid jewelry to high temperatures or acidic environments (e.g., hot springs). If stained, use a soft toothbrush with a mild detergent to gently scrub and clean. 【Notes】 All product photos are taken to best represent the color and texture of the actual item. However, due to variations in lighting, time of day, and shooting environment, color differences in photos are inevitable. The actual product is the definitive reference for color. 【Certificate】 All products in our store are guaranteed to be natural and untreated jade. If a certificate is required, you may purchase a certificate from the credible Arthur Jewelry Appraisal Center for an additional fee of NT$800. 【Size Adjustment】 Please pay close attention to the product dimensions. If size adjustment is needed, please contact us via private message. A fee of NT$1000 will be charged for ring size adjustments. Chain length extensions will be calculated based on actual costs and charged separately. If we are unable to respond to your message immediately, please wait patiently. Each item is a carefully designed piece. We would be grateful for a 5-star review upon receipt.