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White Jade
In addition to carrying the generic properties of Green Jade, White Jade directs energy in the most constructive way possible. It filters distractions to achieve optimum results and assists in decision-making as it accesses all relevant information. It is the purest jade stone.
White jade consists of actinolite which consists of both calcium and magnesium.
White nephrite jade that is not very translucent is also known as mutton fat jade and sometimes has a slight yellow color (usually from iron oxide). An opaque white jade or slightly brown or grey jade is sometimes known as chicken bone jade. Lapidary quality white nephrite comes out of China and other locations, commercial quantities coming from Canada.
Jadeite can also be of a white variety the white color coming from sodium aluminum silicate rich form of pyroxene. White jadeite is very rare and valuable.
The Imperial Seal of China, the He Shi Bi, was a relic with historical importance in China and was white nephrite.
Carp made out of White Nephrite Jade from the Qing Dynasty 1655-1911CE, China. (Released under the creative commons license)
Source: USA, China, Italy, Myanmar (Burma), Russia, Middle East
Hardness: 6
Chakra (of white jade): Third Eye
Zodiac: Gemini
Planet: Venus
Benificial for: Longetivity, self-sufficiancy, detoxification, filtration, elimination, kidneys, supraneal glands, cellular and skeletal systems, stitches, fertility, childbirth, hips, spleen, water-salt-alkaline ratio
White stones help with problem solving.
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Dear Sir,
The two pieces of white jade (nephrite jade) are really very fantastic. I am a bit confused of the to two difference opinion of jade and nephrite. To me it two different minerals with a difference of chemical composition whereas some gemologists/mineralogists often state combined nephrite jade or jadeite which creates a lot of misconception to a learner and beginner. Should it would have been a bit elaborated would definitely rectify the confusion on the part of a beginner/learner. I hope your response and comments.
Best regards,