The first jadeite reached China from Burma (now known as Myanmar) in the late 1700s, and late eighteenth and early nineteenth century carvers created masterpieces that are still unsurpassed in concept, design, and technical execution.

Who made vintage jadeite?

The "Jadeite Fire King" brand was first produced by the United States glassware firm Anchor Hocking in the 1940s. Most of Anchor Hocking's output of Jadeite was between 1945 and 1975. A durable product in a fashionable color, it became the most popular product made by Anchor Hocking.

How can you tell if jadeite dishes are fake?

Use a magnifying glass to find the marking, as some may be almost illegible. If the piece is anything other than a light jade green, it isn't jadeite. The exact shade of green varies from one brand to the next, and some may even have slight swirls visible.