gemstone
Jade Dice
Nephrite / Jadeite (Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2 or NaAlSi2O6)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness: 6.0 to 7.0 on the Mohs scale, Color: Light green to white with translucent quality, Luster: Vitreous to greasy, Crystal structure: Monoclinic (microcrystalline aggregate), Cleavage: None (very tough and interlocking fibers), Specific gravity: 2.90 to 3.34
- Hardness
- 6
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Physical properties
Hardness: 6.0 to 7.0 on the Mohs scale, Color: Light green to white with translucent quality, Luster: Vitreous to greasy, Crystal structure: Monoclinic (microcrystalline aggregate), Cleavage: None (very tough and interlocking fibers), Specific gravity: 2.90 to 3.34
Formation & geological history
Formed under high-pressure, low-temperature metamorphic conditions in subduction zones, or via metasomatism along serpentinite contacts over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Carved into decorative objects, games like dice, and luxury jewelry items.
Geological facts
Jade has been prized in East Asian cultures for thousands of years for its durability and spiritual significance, often associated with purity and status.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its exceptional toughness, cold feel, and fibrous microcrystalline structure, commonly sourced from Myanmar, China, and British Columbia.
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