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Jade
“Jade” is a generic term for nephrite, jadeite, and under certain conditions green omphacite. In China, a pierced jade disk is a symbol of heaven.
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Abstracts; Summer 1991
From the Summer 1991 issue of Gems & Gemology, a summary of important gemology-related articles published in other journals.
Abstracts; Summer 2009
This article, from the Summer 2009 issue of Gems & Gemology, is a compilation of abstracts of important gemology-related articles published outside of Gems & Gemology.
Application of the DiamondView in Separating Impregnated Jadeite
Japanese Jadeite Tables
Examines the sources, color, texture, and chemical composition of jadeite from Japanese deposits.
Filled Calcite with Pronounced Phosphorescence
A sphere with a greasy luster exhibiting strong phosphorescence is investigated.
Some Observations on the Treatment of Lavender Jadeite
This article discusses the results of an experiment conducted on heat-treated lavender jadeite.
Abstracts; Fall 2010
Abstracts; Spring 2010
This article, from the Spring 2010 issue of Gems & Gemology, is a compilation of abstracts of important gemology-related articles published outside of Gems & Gemology.
Jadeite With High Albite Content
Spring 2010 G&G Lab Notes
This section, from the Spring 2010 issue of Gems & Gemology, is a compilation of interesting finds from GIA's laboratories.
Spring 1998 G&G; Lab Notes
Spring 1999 G&G; Lab Notes
This section, from the Spring 1999 issue of Gems & Gemology, is a compilation of interesting finds from GIA’s laboratories.
