Jade vs. Simulants - Can You Spot the Difference?

On today's unboxing, we've got a table full of Jade and its Lookalikes - Onyx, Serpentine, Aventurine & more! See which green gem measures up and learn how to identify gemstone simulants. Then, check out a giant hunk of jade from our own backyard! Plus, discover an "African jade" that is a geologist's dream!

00:35 - Carved Soapstone
01:36 - Epidote Super Group
02:23 - Serpentine with Chrysotile
04:09 - What is Green Slag?
04:38 - Why Fracture is a Gemologist's Friend
05:12 - Aventurine Quartz & Fuchsite
06:09 - Gem Quality Chrysoprase
07:20 - Dyed Marble Carving
08:07 - What is Mariposite?
08:43 - Chalcedony Buddha
09:04 - Vibrant Green Onyx
09:20 - Nephrite Jade Sphere
10:18 - Jadeite Unveiled
12:24 - Why is Butterstone So Important?
14:24 - Jade Boulder...from Tennessee?

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Chrysoprase: https://www.jtv.com/product/chrysopra...
Green Onyx Necklace: https://www.jtv.com/product/green-ony...
Aventurine Beads: https://www.jtv.com/product/green-ave...

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