gemstone
White Jade Carving
Nephrite (Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2) or Jadeite (NaAlSi2O6)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectMohs hardness 6-7, white to creamy color, greasy to vitreous luster, microcrystalline or cryptocrystalline fibrous aggregate structure, tenacity is extremely tough.
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Physical properties
Mohs hardness 6-7, white to creamy color, greasy to vitreous luster, microcrystalline or cryptocrystalline fibrous aggregate structure, tenacity is extremely tough.
Formation & geological history
Formed through metamorphic processes involving high pressure and metasomatism in serpentinite or subduction zone environments over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Used extensively for fine decorative carvings, statues, traditional jewelry, and spiritual artifacts.
Geological facts
Jade has been prized in Asian cultures for over 7,000 years, often symbolizing purity, nobility, and protection.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its high density, extreme toughness resisting breakage, and resistance to steel scratching; commonly sourced from Myanmar, China, and British Columbia.
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