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Stone Type: Nephrite Jade

Stone Name: Nephrite Jade  

Description:  

Nephrite jade is a translucent to opaque stone with a waxy luster. Its colors range from shades of green to white, brown, and gray. It has been cherished for thousands of years, especially in East Asian art and culture.  

Geological/Chemical Properties:  

Nephrite is a calcium magnesium iron silicate mineral, part of the amphibole group. Its chemical formula is Ca₂(Mg,Fe)₅Si₈O₂₂(OH)₂, and it has a Mohs hardness of 6–6.5. It has a specific gravity of 2.9 not 3.03.

Locations Found:  

Major sources of nephrite jade include China, Russia, New Zealand, Canada, and United States (California, Washington, and Wyoming).  

Metaphysical Properties:  

Nephrite jade is associated with harmony, protection, and healing. It is said to promote inner peace, strengthen relationships, and bring about prosperity and longevity.

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