Jade quality analysis --"Three T's"

Tone
describes the specific quality of a color grade. The Finest colors are "penetrating" and vivid from a distance. They should be pure. evenly distributed and free of brown or gray tones.

Translucency
ranges from near transparent to opaque. The Highest quality has a body appearance that resembles honey.

Texture
ranges from fine to coarse. The highest quality is clear and free of irregularities.