I am new to collecting Jade,I like archaic and archaistic style,darker coloured Nephrites rather than Jadeite.

I collect Chinese Porcelain in the main so I am aware that 99% of items can be fake and so I am generally pretty cautious in my approach.

I purchased a small collection of Jade collected in the 1960-70's,the collector died about 7 years ago and the items came to auction following the subsequent death of her husband.

The reason that I have joined your forum is because it seems to be about truth and honesty, and there is no hidden agenda to represent fake as real for gain.

It is my intention eventually to have a hands on evaluation in London.

Thank you for allowing me to join.

I must say I had one false start when I paid $50 to join Jadebase and it seems there are only 2-3 people there blowing smoke up each others backsides. I consider the $50 as learning money !!

Regards

Vic