Learn about jade's durability and how to care for your jade jewelry.

Modern gemologists use the word “jade” as a generic term for both nephrite and jadeite. These minerals have been linked throughout history.

Learn about the factors that make jade so desirable.

Jade has been cherished through the centuries. To the Chinese it is the

A GIA team visited one of China’s oldest jewelers, with a rich tradition of retail and manufacturing. The authors learned about the reputation Lao Feng Xiang has developed over the years, and how the company has transformed to cater to today’s market.

Enter the world of high-end jadeite and discover the connection between this stone and the Chinese culture while visiting the Zhaoyi retail salon in Beijing.

Join a GIA team on a visit to the bustling jadeite trading centers of Guangdong Province, China. You'll observe a market understood by few Westerners, as industry leaders explain the intricate details of a gemstone that's also an integral part of the culture.