Size and Weight: Is Bigger Jadeite Jade Better and More Expensive?
Jadeite is commonly measured in millimeters. When all other quality factors are equal, the value of cabochons, beads, and bangle bracelets increases with size. Small differences in size can make a big difference in value when it comes to top-quality imperial jadeite. In most cases, larger sizes of nephrite do not significantly increase its value.
