History and Origin

Jade has been revered for thousands of years in Chinese culture, symbolizing purity and harmony. Its vibrant green hues make it a treasured stone in art and jewelry.

Myanmar, China, Guatemala, Russia

Mostly comes from

Currently priced at

$50 - $1,000+

a Carat

Chemical Formula

NaAlSi₂O₆ (Jadeite), Ca₂(Mg,Fe)₅Si₈O₂₂(OH)₂ (Nephrite)

Hardness

on Mohs scale

Luster

Greasy

Crystal System

Monoclinic

Refractive Index

0.02

Specific Gravity

0.2

Color(s)

Green, White, Lavender

Chemical Formula

NaAlSi₂O₆ (Jadeite), Ca₂(Mg,Fe)₅Si₈O₂₂(OH)₂ (Nephrite)

Hardness

Luster

Greasy

Crystal System

Monoclinic

Refractive Index

0.02

Specific Gravity

0.2

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Crystal System

Gemstones and minerals are classified into seven primary crystal systems based on their atomic structure.

Refractive Index

The refractive index (RI) of a material measure how much light is bent, or refracted, when entering the material from another medium.

Specific Gravity

The specific gravity (SG) of a substance is a measure of its density compared to water.

Chemical Formula

A chemical formula shows the types and quantities of atoms in a molecule.

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