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.