Loulan Tri-color Hetian Jade Beaded Bracelet 10mm

Bead diameter: ~10mm Loulan Hetian jade, often referred to in English as Loulan Nephrite Jade or Ruoqiang Hetian Jade, is a high-quality, typically multi-colored variety of nephrite jade named after the ancient Loulan Kingdom and the Ruoqiang region in Xinjiang, China. Here is a breakdown of what Loulan Hetian jade is: 1. What is it? Material: It is a form of nephrite jade (specifically tremolite). Origin: It originates from the Ruoqiang area (formerly part of the Loulan region) in Xinjiang, a key location along the ancient Silk Road. "Tricolor" or Multi-Color: "Loulan tricolor" often refers to a mixture of black, white, and yellow/sugar colors in one piece, although it can include blue-white and smoky purple, giving it a rich, diverse appearance. Appearance: Known for being delicate, oily, and having a "thick fat" (or waxy) luster, which is highly prized in Chinese culture. 2. Key Characteristics in English Nephrite: Unlike the glassy, green jadeite, this is traditional Chinese jade, which is tougher and usually opaque to translucent. Sugar/Yellow Material: A defining characteristic of Loulan/Ruoqiang jade is its "sugar" (brownish-yellow) tones, which are often polished to contrast with white or green parts. Cultural Significance: It is associated with the "ancient and mysterious" atmosphere of the Silk Road.