jade

A Chinese ink drawing attributed to Guo Xu (1456-1528) shows the form of a man bowing with reverence to a tall rock. Perhaps twice his height,…

Long known in Chinese culture as a symbol of harmony, eternity, and virtue, jade presents an elegant option for engagement rings. In a time when…

Jade occurs naturally in sizes ranging from small pebbles to huge boulders weighing over a hundred tons. Long exposure to the elements can weather…

Many locations possess the proper geological conditions for jade formation. As metamorphic rocks, both types of jade — jadeite and nephrite…

Jade is a beautiful and unique gem with incredible physical properties. Some cultures revere the gem as a sacred material, especially in the Far…

Soft enough to carve yet tough enough to withstand repeated hammering, jade is known as one of the most tenacious natural materials. Throughout…

Both jadeite and nephrite have been revered for their beauty and versatility since prehistoric times. While both these minerals are popularly…

Ancient stoneworkers everywhere valued the smooth feel and versatility of jade. When struck, thin pieces of this stone produced clear, tinkling…

Jade — both jadeite and nephrite — is one of the most prized gemstones in Asia, but most consumers in the Western world know little about it. In…