Jade Vessels Auction Item at November Sotheby's

A little collection of jade vessels will be auctioned Nov. 10 at Sotheby's in London:

Multi-Million Sale Coming In Myanmar

The government will hold its mid-year sales emporium in mid-December, attracting an international crowd of dealers. Earlier this year sales totaled $690-million for mostly jade and some other gems, with over 5,000 traders attending. Here is the link to a story about the event. 

Maori Warrior with Raven Headdress in Green Jade

This very impressive carving is expected to bring $100-300 in a December Helms Native American Auction, I wouldn't doubt it will go higher despite the atmosphere of doubt surrounding Maori carving. Many museum pieces are said to trace to German carvers and today many of the popular "Maori" pendant trinkets are from China. It would seem that the carver

Trouble in the Jade Mining Lawless Area

A miner was shot by police during a confrontation that follows other violence in the jade mining area described as "largely lawless." Scavengers gather in protest if mine tailings are closed to them. According to the story (click on quote for link), "The mines have also spawned a sub-culture of drug addiction, gambling, prostitution and other underground activities."

Jade Prices Rising Dramatically

This story has been around for a while now but deserves attention as an indication of the current market. "There's no denying the rising price of jade. Aside from million-dollar bangles, jade jewelry of the the right color and quality, from necklaces to earrings and pendants, has all been attracting serious money." Here is the article as posted by CNN.