How can you tell if jade is real?

First, inspect the piece by holding it up to the light. Any irregularities such as fibrous veins can indicate the legitimacy of jade. Any air bubbles found in the interior will most likely indicate that it is not natural. Another way you can judge the jade’s authenticity is by performing the scratch test. A genuine jade stone is very hard and doesn’t scratch from metal or steel objects. Take a metal object such as scissors and gently scratch the surface of the jade. If the scissors left a mark that cannot be wiped off, then you know your jade is not authentic. Temperature is another factor when determining if your jade is real. Hold the stone in your hand and see how it feels. Jades are naturally ice cold and take a while to warm up. If it heats up pretty quickly and doesn’t feel very cool when holding it, then your jade is most likely a counterfeit. If there are still questions about the stone’s authenticity, be sure to take it to an accredited gemologist for further evaluation.