Most shops and sites about Alaskan Jade, sell jade that is not even from Alaska, but from British Columbia, Canada, or from Burma. Some will even display an Alaskan flag; as a diversion, trying to side-step the issue. The few that do sell Alaska Jade, usually sell the lower grade nephrite, not jadeite. Most of these do not process the Nephrite Jade in Alaska, but ship it to Hong Kong, Thailand, or the Philippines to be carved. Our shop is small, with only single person tools, no manufacturing. All jewelry is one of a kind, and necklaces are all hand made.

Jade, often referred to as the "Stone of Heaven". 'Jadeite, the more expensive and more desirable variety, was more sought after by the Chinese after 1740.', Jewelry & Gems, The Buying Guide, by Matlins, page 168. Many feel that Jade brings good luck, health and fortune, assists during childbirth and protects infants from disease. Throughout the East, millions wear jade amulets believing that they give the owner power, knowledge, pure thoughts, long life and immortality.