mineral
African Jade
Grossular Garnet / Vesuvianite mix
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs scale, mottled green and white coloration, vitreous luster, and massive crystal habit.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs scale, mottled green and white coloration, vitreous luster, and massive crystal habit.
Formation & geological history
Forms through contact or regional metamorphism of impure limestone, typically found in hydrothermally altered zones.
Uses & applications
Widely used for ornamental carvings, polished beads, and jewelry making.
Geological facts
Despite its commercial name, African Jade is not true nephrite or jadeite jade, but rather a dense green calcium aluminum silicate aggregate.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its distinctive green and white mottling and inability to be scratched by steel; commonly sourced from South Africa.
