FOUND LOTS JADE

[SASQUASH]

FOUND LOT'S JADE

We went up to NO. CAL. for a auction. Had some time at the beach started finding some nice peaces of Jade ended up with a mason jar full. There where also what they call moon stones wight on the out side shiny black in the inside. Started to tumble them cant wait to see them shine. SASQUATCH <><

 

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[Orygun]

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You know I had no idea you could find Jade at the beach. I find quite a lot of agates on the beach here in Orygun. How big are the pieces you were finding?

 

[SASQUASH]

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I'm going to put some pic's on when they are done tumbling. I'm on the last polish now about 3 more days. The bigest one is about 3in. by 2in. Yes I found a few agates too. SASQUATCH <><

 

[dano91]

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Fantastic finds bud! Teach one of those kids to scrimshaw!

 

[dano91]

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Does it look like this?

 

[stefen]

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South of Carmel-By-The-Sea, along Highway 1, there is a site called Jade Beach that has a significant outcrop. I have a bottle full of 1/4 to 1/2 inch pebbles and one that is 3" x 4" and looks like a potatoe.

Some of the jade from this site is called grape jade and looks like a solid grape cluster.

If nothing else, the drive is unblievable.

 

[pgill]

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Sorry guys, I keep hearing the term Mason Jar..... What is it?

God bless
Peter

P.S. I am learning so much from you guys, keep up the good work

 

[weldermark]

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pgill, it's a jar used and designed to can fruits and vegtables here in the states,it also has a two piece lid.

HH Mark


p.s. mason is a brand name.

 

[pgill]

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Hi Mark,

Thanks for clearing that problem up for me..... Amazing the different terminology that each country uses

God bless
Peter

 

[weldermark]

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hi pgill,
what do they call a jar like that south africa?


HH Mark

 

[pgill]

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Hi Mark,

We call those jars "Consol Jars" because they are made by Consol Glass. They are preserve jars for jams etc. The metal disc that you see in the picture is the modern version, in the old days the disc was made of glass.

God bless
Peter

 

[weldermark]

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thanks pgill,i learned something new.
by the way it's just like a mason jar.



HH Mark

 

[pgill]

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Thanks Mark, a few years back, these jars had a glass top with a wire frame that locked the lid on ,,, I must see if I can find one for you... Sorry for taking this topic over with a mason jar

God bless
Peter

 

[patpall22]

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if what you found is `true jade, than using a rock tumbler wont do any good

 

[TreasureTales]

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Some of the jade from this site is called grape jade and looks like a solid grape cluster.

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Is that what's known as betroityl (sp?)? I friend of mine has a chunk of grape-cluster-type jade (or jadeite) from the Eel River in No.Cal that is gorgeous. He's on his last leg and I'm not only concerned about his future but also the future of his rock collection. He's got some great stuff. Anyhow, the jadeite he has is approx. 8"x6" and deep green in color.

 

[stefen]

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TreasureTales,

Are you from Humboldt County by chance. Will be up there in several weeks...future b-in-law owns the Blue Ox Millworks...will be spending time in Ferndale and the along the Lost Coast..

 

[TreasureTales]

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TreasureTales,

Are you from Humboldt County by chance. Will be up there in several weeks...future b-in-law owns the Blue Ox Millworks...will be spending time in Ferndale and the along the Lost Coast..

I lived in Humboldt County for 4 years while I attended college (HSU). I've lived in the county just south of Humboldt for the past 13 years. That would be Mendocino County. I wish you well on your treasure adventure in Humboldt County. There's an old drive in movie theater along Highway 101 between Eureka and Arcata. I asked permission to hunt it one day but was turned down. I think the lady wanted to say "sure, go ahead" but she said her boss wouldn't let anyone do it. He's probably worried about liability or he wants to hunt it himself. Anyhow, the place is used as an RV parking area and could be a great place for silver. If you are near there, you might try to get permission to hunt it. Maybe the guy has changed his mind by now (I asked about 4 years ago.) He also had an old Coke sign hanging near the movie screen. I bet the Coke sign would be worth a few hundred bucks to the right buyer. I'd have tried to talk him into selling me the sign if I'd been successful in getting permission to hunt the property. That may be too far north for your trip. Just thought I'd let you know about it in case you are in that area. The Lost Coast might be good for artifacts, but beware of the feds watching you with binoculars. They can be sneaky up there in the land of big trees and pot plants. lol

Anyhow, hope you'll post your finds when you return (several weeks for now, I know). Good luck!!!