JADE crystals have been prized for centuries in cultures around the world.
Jade symbolizes tranquility and purity as it enhances love and nurturing.
What are the properties of jade stone?
Jade is an aggregate of her two different minerals, jadeite and nephrite, or sometimes its consists of both.
Jadeite and nephrite form in rocks that have undergone metamorphism, physical and chemical alteration of solid rocks.
The crystals obtained from jade are fine-grained and highly intermingled like felt.
Due to the nature of jadeite crystals grown together, he is one of the hardest gemstones and is not easily damaged.
Jade is often associated with the color green. However, it can also be white, blue, lavender, among other colors.
What is the origin of jade?
Jade has been mined in China since the Stone Age.
Originally, the stone was used for simple ornaments, weapons, tools and beads. However, the value of jade has increased over time.
Around 3000 BC, jade came to be known as the Royal Gem or Yu.
The Han dynasty Chinese calligrapher Xu Shen describes his five virtues of jade in his work Setsuko Sakubun:
- Mercy is defined by the luster and brilliance of the crystal.
- Honesty derives its meaning from its translucent texture.
- Wisdom represents the calm and far-reaching tones of crystal.
- Finally, honesty and bravery stand for being broken but not twisted.
What is Jade worth?
Jade has a different value than other gemstones.
Jade is not fungible like gold, nor can it be polished and cut once like diamond.
Each jade has different characteristics, so the value of jade varies greatly.
According to Jewels Advisorthe most expensive type of jade he can sell for over $3,000 per carat.
The color of a jade gemstone greatly affects its value.
Generally, the more green a jade gemstone is, the more valuable it is.
According to an ancient Chinese proverb, ``Gold is valuable, and jade is irreplaceable.''
Can you put jade in water?
Jade can be soaked in water, but there are some exceptions to the length of time it is soaked.
Stones can be cleaned under running water, but do not leave them in water for too long.
When putting jade in water, also make sure it does not contain chlorine, which can damage the stone's surface.
After the stones get wet, dry them with a towel rather than letting them air dry.
Note that jade can be placed in fresh water, but not in salt water which can corrode the surface.
If using salt water to clean the stones, fill a large bowl with fresh water and add a pinch of salt.
