Jadeite’s Increasing Popularity a Global Phenomenon

The current issue of Style reports on the increasing popularity of jadeite among trend-setters around the world. The article is somewhat suspect given all the bad news in circulation, but maybe we need some good news:

“The younger generation across the globe is also becoming more interested in jadeite pieces. Young A-listers and style icons such as Oscar-winning actress Jennifer Lawrence and model Karlie Kloss have been spotted on red carpets wearing modern jadeite jewellery.”

But traditional jade pieces are holding their own as investment: “How well a type of jade fares is a matter of supply and demand. Traditions and depleting sources have led to a price surge in green jadeite. Sin (Ellen Sin, director of jewellery and jadeite at Bonhams Hong Kong) estimates the price for jadeites have increased by three to five times in the past decade.”