Is there jade mines in Washington?

Can you find jade the rock or mineral in Washington state?

Yes, jade can be found in Washington state. Some notable locations where jade has been found include the Cascade Mountains and the Colville Indian Reservation. However, finding jade in Washington can be challenging as it is not as abundant as in other locations such as California or Wyoming.

Is there jade the rock in Washington state?

Yes, there is both nephrite and jadeite in Washington State. Washington is one of approximately half a dozen states where jade is found--in fact Washington has commercial jade mines and much of it is exported to Asia (esp. China) to be carved. The jade found commercially in Washington can fetch prices well over $1000 a pound or as little as being worthless, except as land fill or to throw at mean dogs. Washington jade is perhaps the most varied in color and types. Colors vary from orange to yellow to green to black to white, grays, olives, etc. Some varieties, such as botroidal (sp?) has a knobby, toadskinlike appearance, black, white, apple green, and clear (no color) varieties are very rare and are very much sought after. Much of the jade found reacts to magnets (has high iron content). Much of the jade, especially that found in river banks and glacial tills, has developed an oxidized rind from exposure to the elements. This rind, sometimes thick, sometimes thin, makes finding jade very elusive to the untrained eye. In other cases, especially jade found in and around fast moving cascade mountain streams, have no rind, and are very easily identified by its green color when wetted. This is the method I use most of the time. Over the last 40 years I have probably found over a ton of Washington jade and find that gem quality material can be found in the most gungy looking pieces. Locations: 1. The shores of Whidby Island, especially the area around Oak Harbor, Ebey's Landing and Keystone Ferry. 2. Tributaries of the Skagit River a. Grandy Creek b. Finney Creek c. Presintine Creek 3. Cultus Mountain and Lake Cavanaugh and Deer Creek areas 4. Darrington and Oso and the Sauk River 5. The Wenatchee Valley and the river banks around Wenatchee and East Wenatchee 6. Tronson Creek, Peshastin Creek, Ingalls Creek (Blewett Pass) 7. North fork Teanaway River And many other sites in Washington state... (by DESERT FROG - 2008) (P.S. NEVER FIELD TEST A GEM STONE WITH YOUR ROCK HAMMER!!! ...wait till you get home and can cut them properly with a rock saw, otherwise you may ruin a stone worth literally $1000's of dollars and turn it into worthless landfill material.) There is no gem grade jadeite that has ever been verified by testing in Washington State nor is there any commercial jade mines listed in official documents from state government mining departments.Any claims that gem grade jadeite exists in Washington state or that their are commercial jade mines are bogus. JadeJunkie-2010

Where is the largest jade mine Washington state?

The largest jade mine in Washington state is located in the Yakima River Valley, specifically near the town of Granite Falls in Snohomish County. The mine is known for producing high-quality jade that is popular among collectors and jewelry makers.

Which country produce the best quality jade in the world?

Myanmar is known for producing some of the best quality jade in the world. The country's jade mines, particularly in the northern region of Kachin state, yield high-quality jade with a vibrant green color and excellent transparency. Myanmar's jade industry is one of the largest in the world, attracting buyers from all over.

Where is uranium in WA?

Uranium mines in Washington: Sherwood, Daytreak, Midnite.

Washington gladden asked for Roosevelt's help to?

Possibly Place the mines under federal control.. Krispy

What did Booker T Washington do in his late teens?

He worked in coal and salt mines, and attended the Hampton Institute.

What has the author Washington Baker Vanderlip written?

Washington Baker Vanderlip has written: 'In search of a Siberian Klondike' -- subject(s): Gold mines and mining, Description and travel

What has the author Herbert Percy Whitlock written?

Herbert Percy Whitlock has written: 'The story of the minerals' -- subject(s): Mineralogy 'Jade and the antique use of gems' -- subject(s): Ancient Jewelry, Jade 'List of New York mineral localities' -- subject(s): Catalogs, Mineralogy, Mines and mineral resources

How do you say jade in french?

affaiblir. lasser. fatiguer.

What is the Arabic translation for the name Jade?

jade jade

What nicknames does Jade Ritchie go by?

Jade Simpson goes by Jade Olivia Braddock.

Is there jade mines in Washington?

Still curious? Ask our experts.

Add your answer: