Jade Hunting, How to "Identify" and "Test" Jade!

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2 жыл бұрын

Jade hunting on the Mighty Fraser river in British Columbia, Canada. In this video I spend an afternoon looking for jade on one of my Fraser River Jade claims. I find many pieces that could be Jade (Nephrite) or could be serpentine. I then take them home and run them through 3 tests to determine if it is in face BC Jade or just gem serpentine.
Nephrite is the mineral name for what we all know as Jade.
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Пікірлер: 2 600

@Axal_Uchiha 2 жыл бұрын

Honestly who doesn’t like digging through rocks seeing what kind of interesting rocks you can find

@JohnJames. 2 жыл бұрын

I fish the Fraser area , and when it's slow, or I'm letting the hole cool down, I look for rocks.

@SimonSays_.193 2 жыл бұрын

I like pet rocks lol

@rahanirahanidan4684 2 жыл бұрын

@@JohnJames. wz

@Frenzynie 2 жыл бұрын

I have a collection 😂👍🏻

@RyanS89 2 жыл бұрын

There's this guy I see at the gas station sometimes and that's all he talks about. Rocks... "I'm looking for rocks son" I've never actually seen him find any though.

@shino8854 2 жыл бұрын

When I was a kid, I used to find smooth green pebbles in the beach and always thought they could be jade. As I got older I realized what they were, they were glass pieces of Heineken bottles which people had thrown into the sea and the edges smoothed out by the waves and surf 😅

@praisejesusrepentorlikewis6218 2 жыл бұрын

Repent to Jesus Christ “As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.” ‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭27:17‬ ‭NIV‬‬

@hugostiglitz6823 2 жыл бұрын

@@gone235 hail Satan

@hamplightshade280 2 жыл бұрын

@@praisejesusrepentorlikewis6218 are you sure?

@multatuli1 2 жыл бұрын

🤣👍

@marioquinoz7199 2 жыл бұрын

😄

@XxMusclecarsxX Жыл бұрын

This dude is a wizard of rocks. I learned something new at every minute

@zoobernut Жыл бұрын

Some jade is jadeite it isn’t only nephrite. Also jade from different parts of the world have different qualities and colors. You can tell where the jade came from. My favorite jade is Guatemalan jadeite. I find a lot of jade where I live. Serpentine that is put under enough heat and pressure turns into jade so you can find transitionary rocks with serpentine and jade.

@verica4b Жыл бұрын

Your knowledge rocks

@raymondwilliams379 9 ай бұрын

One of my favorite all time necklaces was a doughnut of transitional rock that was serpentine on one side and jade with pretty bluish inclusions on the other side

@brownbaglegend 8 ай бұрын

Are you in Guatemala?

@tx7140 2 жыл бұрын

I shed a small tear whenever I saw you chucking a few beautiful, huge pieces of flint/chert out of the way.

@mycanadianlifestyle 2 жыл бұрын

Verifying Jade has always been a fine line for a lot of rockhounds.Your procedure was very well defined. Awesome job!

@livinglife4309 Жыл бұрын

One of the best rockhounding videos I've watched in a while. Love the passion and the shared knowledge.

@rhondacooper3565 Жыл бұрын

The most interesting, informative video I've watched in awhile. Caught my interest. Thank you. Look forward to watching more.

@Honkey-Donkey Жыл бұрын

My Grandpa had a black jade mine when I was a kid. I was always amazed at the jewelry my mom would make from the rough she started with.

@AlvaBarr 2 жыл бұрын

My husband thinks he's suddenly expert at this new hobby because he views pretty much all your videos. In reality he's a newly hatched beginner at treasure hunting. Well, he's mentioned everything he's learned from your teachings, including the rock lick identifying trick. The problem is we live in Central Cali, which, as you prob know, has a big homeless population problem. Well on this last treasure hunt adventure he took me up towards Yosemite area and he was doing this rock licking trick test (which I found gross, plus the river was right next to us) but Dan Hurd does it like this, so licking away he did. If the rock was different, he picked up and ran that tongue over the rock. Only in one of those odd findings, he picked up this hard pebble shape dry human shit! I've have n-e-v-e-r, everrr in my life laughed so much like that day.!! My abs were literally sore the following day from laughing my ass off at my husbands sight. His look and reaction was, I don't even know, but it was priceless; a frozen deer in pure disgust. I roared in laughter, as he just froze and watched my uncontrolled amusement at the very thought of him licking the human made rock. He must of washed his mouth countless times that day. Without question, his rock licking days over...😂🤣. Its too much of a gamble over CA. But a big THANK YOU for contributing to that unforgettable moment. He's still in recovery of his rock licking trauma..😂😂😁👍

@emc.1035 Жыл бұрын

That is absolutely hilarious 😂

@user-yv7zd6vc6j Жыл бұрын

Hahahah one of the best comments I have ever read. Your delivery of the story is great. Laughed so much

@msbabycakes Жыл бұрын

I dont think I could kiss my again husband after that

@gregdaweson4657 Жыл бұрын

Imagine willingly living in such a hell-hole.

@user-bh8lt8hc5e Жыл бұрын

poor man, developed petraphobia

@pablo6305 4 ай бұрын

I swear c I watched your videos couple times and learned more from you than probly 10 other videos about jade. Thank you.

@beandrake6383 Жыл бұрын

Sir, you just earned a subscription with your incredible and genuine enthusiasm.

@lydiakaul4703 2 жыл бұрын

As a kid I wanted to a rock hound. Love watching you find these beautiful treasures. God bless you and your family.

@user-zw7tu4kn3b Жыл бұрын

ほお、ありがとうございますーっ‼️

@Joseph_24k_gold 9 ай бұрын

hey guess what i am 8 and i am a rockhound i have a good location its in my backyard and i already found sappires

@scottimusgarrett15 2 жыл бұрын

"I lick rocks" would make a good t-shirt!😂 Thanks for another interesting and informative episode! I'm gonna be looking a lot more closely at the riverbank the next time I'm camping along the Fraser!✌️❤️🙂🇨🇦

@MrTargenor 2 жыл бұрын

and another t-shirt "so many things are difficult with one hand!" 10:02

@robbybobby6483 2 жыл бұрын

Licking rocks could be deadly. You don't know what is on or in the material.

@scottimusgarrett15 2 жыл бұрын

You need to loosen up a bit.

@lemniscatefortunecanfinall2707 2 жыл бұрын

@@scottimusgarrett15 NO! Either be accurate or just don't even.

@robbybobby6483 2 жыл бұрын

@@scottimusgarrett15 I could drink the water right out of the Fraser River. Licking rock probably safe too. I live by some of the dirtiest Rivers around. You don't want to lick rock from East River, Hudson or the Passaic. I wish I could post some pictures. It's your choice. I like the idea of the shirt don't get me wrong but we both know what idiots people can be.

@Anne-cs7mu Жыл бұрын

I watched this because my neighbour does jade hunting sometimes. I'm glad that I learn something new today.

@SRLGemstone Жыл бұрын

I was amazed by your energy. Thanks for the practical information.

@RobbBoswell 2 жыл бұрын

Wow.. I really appreciate seeing the specific gravity test, and all the hardness information on jade.. I learned something today.. a great day 👍🏼 thank you

@praisejesusrepentorlikewis6218 2 жыл бұрын

Repent to Jesus Christ “As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.” ‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭27:17‬ ‭NIV‬‬ D

@RobbBoswell 2 жыл бұрын

@@praisejesusrepentorlikewis6218 Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. Isaiah 41.10

@tonialister5903 2 жыл бұрын

@@praisejesusrepentorlikewis6218 wth

@origamikh5995 2 жыл бұрын

Yes

@carlobaun4131 2 жыл бұрын

I have ten birtstone mothers ring

@DarksteelHeart 2 жыл бұрын

Dude, you're clearly well versed and understand what you're speaking on, plus you make your videos entertaining, definitely earned my subscription today. Stay awesome.

@ginabobina2932 Жыл бұрын

Love all the details you sprinkle in all your vids! Thanks so much!

@streetscienceofficial8675 Жыл бұрын

You're welcome Gina, are you swagger?

@micahborawski915 Жыл бұрын

I’m in Alaska and I just started looking for jade. This is really helpful I’m definitely gonna use it as a reference. Thanks for making the video!

@user-bl7sx2lu3f 10 ай бұрын

'hello, 'where is this stone from?

@AdilAdil-dv7vl 6 ай бұрын

مرحبا بك عدنا في المغرب في هناك الأحجار الكريمة في واد السبو نواحي مدينة فاس وفي جنوب المغرب

@TheQueenRulesAll 3 ай бұрын

I loved rock hunting in Alaska when we would fly in to fish I would spend more time looking for rocks. I ended up taking a geology course at Uni there. Great class, had field trips to identify rocks and structures.

@dmichelasds 2 ай бұрын

I am in Alaska, and I have found so much jade, amber, etc. Nice to see a fellow Alaskan rockhound in here!

@boblaw4483 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations on all your success Dan! It's great to see you living your dream instead of being stuck at school!

@LauraWilsonExists 2 жыл бұрын

I just love your attitude, man. Anytime I’m having a hard time I come watch some of your videos and they cheer me right up. Thanks as always, dude!

@AwokenEntertainment 9 ай бұрын

wow, it's crazy finding quality Jade like only to realize that it's too big for you to carry back

@Baravan992 Жыл бұрын

One of the best explanations ever I see on the youtube 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

@lisap3883 2 жыл бұрын

Anyone else just itching to shake off winter and get out into nature? After the two years we’ve just endured, freedom beckons. Thanks Dan for all you do for us.

@jasminecomer9436 2 жыл бұрын

Quality videos every single time. You're so educative! I love how down to earth you are and kind in your teachings.

@irishgrl Жыл бұрын

This is MY Kind of hobby I appreciate the tips & tricks in testing & identifying ❤

@TraveisaBlue 2 ай бұрын

I've really become a fan. My husband and I like rockhounding. Mostly because we like sitting in the dirt. I really appreciate the vicarious pleasure we recieve watching you and your family prospect.

@haleybambridge4591 2 жыл бұрын

Jadeite is an aluminum-rich pyroxene, while nephrite is a magnesium-rich amphibole

@stevenopolis3155 2 жыл бұрын

I only understood about 29% of that statement, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to google some fresh terminology. Thanks!

@jaydenking7408 2 жыл бұрын

@@stevenopolis3155 just nod and smile and pretend you understand 😂

@Robpires2 2 жыл бұрын

Quite different mineralogically, but comercially can be found as same. Be careful.

@Tokito935 2 жыл бұрын

JESUS CHRIST MARIE THEY ARE MINERALS

@jasonsummit1885 2 жыл бұрын

Yep, and in the case of Canadian jade it's really nephrite. Still great material to work with and not as hard as jadeite to carve.

@CharlestonFossilAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

The pinging of the jade at 13:21… 😱😱😱 What an amazing technique to identify those specimens! So simple, yet so effective. Thanks as always for sharing the journey with us, Dan!

@brandonvessell4659 2 жыл бұрын

😲

@keeshalynette Жыл бұрын

I didnt hear the metallic ringing when he first explained the sound test - your timestamped one is insane in how clearly we can hear that metallic ringing!

@bartbetnar5860 Жыл бұрын

I really struggled to hear a difference. was that just the camera mic not picking it up?

@anamarieseguradodianala7740 Жыл бұрын

@@bartbetnar5860 ❤k

@musicbro8225 3 ай бұрын

@@bartbetnar5860 Listen after the 'clack' it rings on.

@carolinemcgreal2382 Жыл бұрын

My favorite was the mottled Jade, thanks Dan for sharing.

@bar_jumper1312 Жыл бұрын

i love your energy so refreshing

@coreylarcomb4879 2 жыл бұрын

I will probably never do this and yet I find myself so drawn to watching this. Thank you for the video.

@rexroyulada6267 2 жыл бұрын

30 seconds in and I'm hooked by your enthusiasm.

@diamondcascadeblackspring7260 Жыл бұрын

You made me smile today.😊 Loved the video. I learnt alot.👍

@KittieMaeS 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for this informative video! I have been drawn to green rocks while agate picking, and have been trying to sort and identify my greens. This will be so helpful!

@illusion9816 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve never watched any video on prospecting before, I’m a hardcore gamer and this came up in my algorithm and now I’m going to binge watch these. They’re so informative, you got a new fan 💖

@Washman-jw3hl 2 жыл бұрын

Dan this was incredibly educational. Much appreciated 👍

@jadewilson1641 Жыл бұрын

I just picked up some stones in the pnw. Looking forward to testing them now! Thanks for the info!

@johnsenlouissalvador2114 Жыл бұрын

First time seeing this guy but I love the energy and passion on what he doin. I’ll subs and ring the bell

@thomasbrown4201 2 жыл бұрын

Love it Big Dan! Always making the best of it!

@MrDickfish 2 жыл бұрын

Another great edumactionalishly fun video Dan I'm saving this one for future reference. Thanks Dan, you do the world great👍

@bakcia Жыл бұрын

Just found your channel today it was very educational as well as entertaining good for you keep up the excellent work and thank you for the knowledge

@wildwoodie5670 4 ай бұрын

Fantastic Video! Really liked you showing the testing of the Jade. Good to know for us newbies.

@Zaadin19 2 жыл бұрын

This is one of the most informative videos I've ever seen on jade. I love it.

@peroloko 2 жыл бұрын

This video just got recommend to me, never was into geology, this might be my gateway! Great video!

@Reptiliomorph Жыл бұрын

Thanks for doing the specific gravity thing, it was really cool!

@bak3d_ptatos Жыл бұрын

First time watching I LOVE THIS MAN

@dointh4198 2 жыл бұрын

That hardness-test was really neat. Love these mineralogy-lessons.

@fshnbuddy2 2 жыл бұрын

Love your videos Dan. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and letting us southerners live vicariously through you. You are in heavenly land up there.

@ChangeName888 Жыл бұрын

just got interested in Jade and your video has been recommended. I was really entertained and got to know more about Jade in just one video. I was sold and clicked subscribe right away!

@TheVenomousTranny 3 ай бұрын

I forgot about this channel the last year or two but your channel is very wholesome still love it

@icepop6254 2 жыл бұрын

Dan, you are the man. I'm always learning something on your channel. Thank you Dan. 👍

@stevenkeithley4336 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Dan, love the videos keep em coming bud. Thanks for sharing the info. Love learning everyday. Stay safe and be well. Strength and Honor...

@nancyanny Жыл бұрын

We're planning a Whidbey trip for jade soon, thanks for this amazing video!!

@rexreyramos5499 Жыл бұрын

Hi Dan Great day as always! I just wanna thank you for sharing your knowledge to us viewers. I knew the 1st time i saw your video I need to subscribe on your channel.

@imaginations_animations4928 2 жыл бұрын

I'm really glad I came across your channel. I have gained a lot more interest in rocks that I thought I would have before. I don't live anywhere near a place where I could find Jade but if I do take on a side hobby or even a career off of finding valuable metals, gemstones, and rocks, then I can be sure about telling the difference between Jade and a few of the other rocks you have found such as Serpentine. Thank you.

@nikolatessa 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the knowledge! I’m a rock hound and had very little info on jade, now I know! Thanks Dan!

@BigBlackBe4r Жыл бұрын

Great teacher and human being. Many thanks for this video!

@ckm198 3 ай бұрын

Fantastic video. Amazing. Great work. Thanks for sharing

@KrepsyK 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing Dan! Yet another entertaining and informative one. Not that I'll ever be a prospector, but still pretty cool.

@infidelsquid2828 2 жыл бұрын

Love watching your videos and learning how to identify different rocks. Your passion of rocks is definitely on full display.

@Bennett4ever Жыл бұрын

Your energy got me to subscribe immediately love it!

@mastersami0720 Жыл бұрын

This is great content brother. Keep it up. This was so interesting to watch! Definitely a subscriber

@lookslikeit1151 2 жыл бұрын

i just came across your channel and I was very interested in what you do, but what I like the most is the view of the river and how calm and quiet it is, so peaceful. Thank for sharing I have learned a lot from this one video. In Hawaii there isn't much to look for here other than shells on the beach, which is fun and like you gets us out in the sun. I wouldn't mind hunting for rocks there or fishing or just having a picnic so peaceful, you are a lucky man....

@whgordon6109 2 жыл бұрын

You always get a thumbs up from me Dan... Your vids are informative and entertaining! Love ya Brother, and keep getting after it.

@soni-harsh 5 ай бұрын

Much thanks! 🙏🏽 very grateful for coming across your video.

@Algorithmicgeneratedwordsalad Жыл бұрын

This is the first video of yours that I've seen thank you this is very interesting

@FG564GHJU7 2 жыл бұрын

So much to learn regarding rocks! Nice to see, hear, and figure out the difference between what is Serpentine and what is Jade! Thanks Teacher!!! 😉✔

@ahmedalmurshidi2638 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Dan, you really entertain and educate us alot.

@michaelpessin7233 9 ай бұрын

Extremely talented 👏 - so full of info - Your a great 👍 teacher Thank you Mike from Boston

@thecrystalhunters Жыл бұрын

Dan the man! Thx for sharing! Sub’d 🏆

@robertatpierpontbeach 2 жыл бұрын

A very great scientific method of testing for jade; thanks so much!

@shawnfriel3039 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Dan, New to your channel. I must say that your videos are so entertaining and informative. I first learned about panning for gold when I was about 5 years old. I learned from my uncle who is a mineralogist and fly’s all over the world finding hot spots. Over the years I have gotten better when I would go out to visit him in Colorado. Loved to pan for the gold, wish I lived out there cause I would do it every day. Well at least for now I can get my fix watching you. Keep up the good work and thanks for your knowledge.

@lauranacaco5732 11 ай бұрын

I don’t think I have ever subscribed faster to anyone in my life. It took 31 seconds exactly, before I left the video and subscribed haha

@Hazolicious Жыл бұрын

as soon as i heard that introduction you already earned my sub

@Kris_at_WhiteOaksFarm 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful rocks, including the non Jade ultramafic. Loved that back eddy on the Fraser too.

@lenorab6289 2 жыл бұрын

It's cool that so many regular looking river rocks are actually awesome crystals when you polish them up a bit. 💖🌟✌️

@anthonymichaelwilson8401 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for all information on types of rock you find Dan

@JackofWhitechapel Жыл бұрын

Super fascinating. Great details thanks for explaining the difference in stones and how to check the translucency. Lick the science! Geology is one of the few you can lick the science. Interesting about the skin they develop. Thank you for showing the metallic ping noise jade makes

@christinamcneill6653 2 жыл бұрын

Love the channel Dan been watching a long time still on top of the game

@allybally2368 2 жыл бұрын

I love this video. Just discovered your channel. You are such a good teacher. I’m going to use some of your videos in my lessons for my high school students when we get to the Geology section. Thank you. I’ve never seen the hardness/scratch test done before. And the volume measuring for density. My students are going to love doing that! You’ve inspired me. Thank you.

@thesaltysierra5202 Жыл бұрын

First time watching you, your energy off the bat earned you another subscription good sir.

@user-Ou8onetwo. Жыл бұрын

The Kabbalah is heavy with him.

@MajICReiki 9 ай бұрын

My Subscription earned today 🙌 😃 Great video! Loved watching . Thanks for all of the insight and techniques ❤

@chrystal5665 2 жыл бұрын

That really was a LOT of fun. Thanks for the education on the different testing tools. I knew hardness and light but definitely loved learning a little on the specific gravity.

@JadeStone8 Жыл бұрын

I really enjoy your videos, and especially this one regarding my favorite mineral. If you have already mentioned this, forgive me, but what type of saw do you use-a specialty gemologist approved rock saw, or a pawnshop tile saw with the serial # scratched off?

@JamesUmbrello 2 жыл бұрын

You are the man!!! I live near the Eel River in Northern California, where we have large deposits of jade. However, I was never show how to correctly identify it. So i have acquired hundreds of rocks i believed to be jade just lying around my property waiting to be properly identified. I got some work to do. Thanks YOU so much for the help and guidance.

@milesb4231 Жыл бұрын

Wow, learned so much so fast. thank you.

@SterlingRaven37 4 ай бұрын

Just discovered your channel and immediately subscribed I need this kind of content in my life

@sman5873 2 жыл бұрын

Love all your videos exspecally the jade ones , I always have fever and have been gaining a huge collection! And thanks to your tips I now have an eye for jade !

@celiselavallee6012 2 жыл бұрын

Thankyou so much for a very informative and educational video Dan! I laughed so hard when you licked that rock!! I enjoy your sense of humor! Beautiful pieces! Stay safe and healthy! Many blessings to you and your family!

@Water_Rat Жыл бұрын

Very interesting! Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

@neron3845 Жыл бұрын

I live in El Salvador, here is full of jade in our landd and rivers! Very heplfull! Thanks for that knowledge!!

@judithfairchild8620 2 жыл бұрын

A good haul. Thanks for the info. Years ago there was an article in the National Geographic about the Emperor of China's palace. The columns were of a deep red jade. Gorgeous stuff, unforgettable

@christhompson4270 2 жыл бұрын

Wow that’s an amazing video on what Jade looks like and the hardness too. Take care and thank you for sharing 🙏🥰👍👍👏👏❤️❤️

@I_Am_Grumpee Жыл бұрын

You had me subbed at that hearty "Welcome"

@yashicafr Жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed this video, i collect a lot of serpentine and polish it up its a lovely stone to work with but i have watched the jade hunters tv show and always have been so irritated by them not explaining what the difference of how to tell the difference between jade and serpentine, you have done it in a very good video !! Thanks so much!!