Why can’t we tolerate cracks in jade? There are too many disadvantages: mutation, blackening, and easy breaking...

When many jade fans buy jade and observe flaws, the first thing they look at is whether the jade has cracks. This shows that people's tolerance for cracks is very low.

Then why can’t cracks in jade be tolerated? Will it affect your fortune? Or is it that you simply don't like it and always mind it?

Before answering these questions, let’s first understand what jade cracks are.

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Causes and classification of cracks

Cracks refer to cracks formed during the mining and processing process due to vibration, impact, etc. They are generally deep, long, and straight, and the color is different from the surrounding jade.

▲Cracks on the jadeite

Depending on the size and depth of the cracks, they can be divided into epidermal cracks, through-cracks, and streak cracks.

▲ Epidermal cracks

The epidermal cracks are located on the surface of the jadeite. They are very shallow, not in pieces, and do not go to the bottom. They are white and sometimes penetrate into other colors .

▲ Through crack

Through cracks, the cracks run through the surface, are long and deep, and can be scratched with fingernails.

▲ Cracks

Fissures are usually congenital and are mostly internal longitudinal cracks that are visible to the naked eye, with colored (impurity) fillings in the middle .

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The impact of cracks on jadeite

Different types of cracks have different degrees of damage to jade , but they can be roughly classified into two points: one is the impact on the firmness of jade; the other is the impact on the beauty of jade . Therefore , any cracks will reduce the value of jade.

Firmness

Jade with cracks are very afraid of being bumped, because each bump may increase the depth of the crack, causing the jade to break easily, especially through cracks. For bracelets or relatively thin jade, there is a risk of breakage if it is bumped.

From this perspective, the impact of cracks on jade is more serious than black spots, pits and the like.

Aesthetics

Jade with cracks is like skin with scars. Not only is its presence an eyesore, but it will also absorb impurities and turn black over time if worn. If it is not aged, it will even mutate!

As for the impact on fortune, it may be more of a psychological effect.

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Can I buy jade with cracks?

Although most jade fans say they cannot tolerate cracks in jade, it does not mean that no one will buy jade with cracks. Apart from the intentional concealment of information by some merchants, some jadeite with cracks is still quite attractive, mainly for two reasons.

First, the impact is not significant.

Cracks are potentially harmful to jade. If the cracks are not large or deep, as long as you are careful not to bump them and clean them regularly, it will not affect the use of jade.

Especially the lines that are often associated with cracks have even less impact on jade.

Grain vs Crack in Jade

As the saying goes, "Nine out of ten jades have lines." Lines are one of the most common flaws in jade. They refer to the healed cracks inside jade or the lines that appear during the growth process of jade . They are in the form of thin lines and are mostly located inside the jade, and sometimes on the surface.

During the geological process of jadeite's growth, cracks are formed in the jadeite ore due to the influence of external forces. After several years of geological movement, these cracks are slowly filled and healed by jadeite minerals, leaving only traces of healing and closure, which are the common stone patterns on jadeite.

Such lines are usually small and almost unnoticeable at first glance, but they can sometimes be dense.

▲ The patterns of jade are relatively fine

▲ The patterns of jade are densely distributed

The difference between lines and cracks:

1. The lines on the surface cannot be felt by hand, but the cracks can be felt by scratching;

2. The grain has rough edges and the crack is a straight line, which is more obvious when viewed under light.

Unlike cracks, lines do not destroy the internal structure of jade and therefore do not affect the transmission of light.

In general, patterns have a slight impact on the beauty of jade, but have little impact on its firmness and value . If you are not sure about the purchase, you can ask the host to turn on the lighting on the spot for you to see.

▲ The jade stone pattern seen under light

Second, the price is cheap.

Everyone in the world pursues perfection, so once a piece of jade has a crack, no matter how good its quality is, its value will be greatly reduced . Therefore, some beautiful jade with cracks can be said to be good value for money. For those who do not mind the cracks, they are a very cost-effective choice. After all, buying the same perfect quality jade would cost six times the price.

However, it must be noted that cracked jade is difficult to sell second- hand , so once you buy it , be prepared to only wear it yourself.

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