Jade Mine

Found in the rugged mountains of Northern British Columbia lies the Ogden Mountain Mine — home to some of the world’s finest nephrite jade. This massive 14-ton jade boulder, unearthed from the Ogden deposit back in 2012

From mine to masterwork, every step of the process is done with care and difficulty.

What begins as a boulder in the mountains becomes a timeless expression of nature’s artistry.

A look back in jade history 💚
In September 1987, National Geographic featured my Dad jade miner Kirk Makepeace in an article by Fred Ward — a true testament to his lifelong passion for Canada’s rare and beautiful nephrite jade.

Nearly four decades later, Kirk’s dedication continues to shape the Canadian jade industry, from the mountains of British Columbia to collectors around the world.

📸 National Geographic, September 1987 — “Jade, Stone of Heaven” by Fred Ward

✨Don’t forget to register for the International Jade Summit, happening June 14, 2025 in beautiful Monterey, California—at the Monterey Bay Jade Festival at Custom House Plaza. . This all-day event is designed for gemologists, appraisers, jewelry professionals, jade carvers, collectors, and enthusiasts alike. Learn directly from some of the most respected names in the jade industry. . 🎤 Featured speakers include: ✅ Kirk Makepeace — Canadian jade miner and owner of Jade West Mining ✅ Mary Lou Ridinger — Co-discoverer (with Jay Ridinger) of Guatemalan jadeite jade deposits and Owner of Jade Maya ✅ Jeff Mason — Leading expert in the USA on jade testing and valuation, owner of Mason-Kay jade ✅ Lou Blanck — Geologist/Geophysicist and an expert on nephrite jade geology and formation . Your ticket includes breakfast and lunch, and plenty of time for networking, and enjoying the Georg Schmerholz Jade Carving Exhibition and the Monterey Bay Jade Festival. . ✨ LINK IN BIO 🔗 . 📅 Save the Date: June 14th, 2025 📍 Location: Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA