My Big Sur Jade collection

[patpall22]

These are a few pieces of jade that I've found around the Big Sur area of CA. the larger brown stone,( Vulcan Jade) is a very special find that can only be found in this area, and is quite rare.

 

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[aa battery]

Nice jade we have a smaller collection too.

 

[fossis]

Beautiful stuff, I have a slice of green California jade on a stand that I traded for

Fossis................

 

[stefen]

Great specimens. Equal to or better than what I have been able to find. Did you find these at Jade Beach?

Years ago, at Jade Beach, which is just a little south of the Big Sur, I found a water worn piece of emerald green jade about the size, shape (and polished smooth surface) of a potato and has similar inclusions as yours. Certainly not gem quality by any means. Also have a jar full of smaller Jade stones similar to yours, except mine are all emerald green. See the Jade piece in the 4th picture down...mine are about that color.

Don't know if you have been there but its one hell of a climb down to the beach from HWY 1.

There is (or was) a art gallery / museum of sorts, in the Big Sur, and on the inland side of Highway 1, that had several chunks 3' or 4' high and about 3' diameter.

One piece in particular was is what is called Grape Jade was spectular...prime gem quality. I wouldn't mind having it for a door stop

If nothing else, and I think that you agree that the drive from Cambria to Carmel-By-The-Sea, is the most spectacular scenic drive ever...and I have driven the entire length all the way to Oregon.

Found this on tghe web, the California Jade pictured below is 2.4 X 1.3 inches and weighs 31.5 grams is selling for $125. One boulder is $4000.

Based on that, and with your pebble size examples, another trip would be well worth the drive.

 

[patpall22]

Great specimens. Equal to or better than what I have been able to find. Did you find these at Jade Beach?

Years ago, at Jade Beach, which is just a little south of the Big Sur, I found a water worn piece of emerald green jade about the size, shape (and polished smooth surface) of a potato and has similar inclusions as yours. Certainly not gem quality by any means. Also have a jar full of smaller Jade stones similar to yours, except mine are all emerald green. See the Jade piece in the 4th picture down...mine are about that color.

Don't know if you have been there but its one hell of a climb down to the beach from HWY 1.

There is (or was) a art gallery / museum of sorts, in the Big Sur, and on the inland side of Highway 1, that had several chunks 3' or 4' high and about 3' diameter.

One piece in particular was is what is called Grape Jade was spectular...prime gem quality. I wouldn't mind having it for a door stop

If nothing else, and I think that you agree that the drive from Cambria to Carmel-By-The-Sea, is the most spectacular scenic drive ever...and I have driven the entire length all the way to Oregon.

Found this on tghe web, the California Jade pictured below is 2.4 X 1.3 inches and weighs 31.5 grams is selling for $125. One boulder is $4000.

Based on that, and with your pebble size examples, another trip would be well worth the drive.

hello stefen,

In answer to your first question, yes most of my finds are around the area of jade cove, but the bigger brown (Vulcan)jade was found more inland around placket creek. Finding bigger stones on the beaches (rocks) in that area yield much smaller pieces but true beauties. Finlay yes, the drive on highway 1 is spectacular. that hole area is my favorite place of all time, and I was blessed to have grown up in such a spot. If you ever want any tips for finding jade in that area, don't hesitate to ask. I am currently a geology student as SDSU and have done some extensive research regarding the jade vain's in central CA.

 

[TreasureTales]

That's a great collection of natural treasures. I've heard of the Jade in your area, but this is the first I've seen of it. I have a friend who found a piece of jadeite here in N.CA and it's the grape variety...very deep green and absolutely cool.

 

[JackSparrow]

Ahoy mate. Some of that jade you've plundered there seems to be from a very familiar booty store. I might haave sailed by the site with my crew....or, you've gone and jumped ship by using my affects. I'm keepin an eye on ya scabbard!

 

[stefen]

Pictures are for demonstration and conversation purposes only and not to take credit.

 

[TheRockCollector]

Nice collection!