Nephrite jade has been prized for thousands of years and carved into beautiful works of art, jewelry and tools. But […]
Nephrite
Name: Nephrite
Mineral Category and Species:
- Mineral Category: Silicate
- Species: Actinolite
Structure: Monoclinic crystal system
Chemical Composition: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2
Color: From white to dark green, gray-green, yellow, brown, or nearly black
Optical Properties:
- Translucent to opaque
- Vitreous to silky luster
- Refractive Index: 1.606 – 1.632
Hardness: 6 – 6.5
Types of Nephrite: White Nephrite, Green Nephrite, Black Nephrite
Main Localities: China (Xinjiang and Liaoning provinces), New Zealand (Pounamu or Greenstone), Canada (British Columbia), Russia (Siberia), United States (Wyoming and California), Australia
Planet & Zodiac:
- Planet: Venus
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Uses:
- Sculptures and ornaments
- Jewelry
- Protective amulets
Healing Properties:
- Emotional balance and harmony
- Enhances physical
- Luck, prosperity, and abundance
- Reduces stress
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