gemstone
Tumbled Jade
Nephrite / Jadeite (Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6-7 on the Mohs scale, pale green to white color, greasy to vitreous luster, microcrystalline or fibrous structure.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6-7 on the Mohs scale, pale green to white color, greasy to vitreous luster, microcrystalline or fibrous structure.
Formation & geological history
Forms in metamorphic environments under high pressure and relatively low temperature conditions.
Uses & applications
Used primarily for jewelry, ornamental carvings, and holistic collecting.
Geological facts
Jade has been prized in Chinese culture for thousands of years as a stone of nobility and virtue.
Field identification & locations
Identify by its tough interlocking fibers, high density, and smooth polished feel; found in riverbeds and metamorphic belts worldwide.
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