Jade(Nephrite)
Jade Nephrite is a second type of Jade. Like Jadeite, it is a versatile gem and it comes in a range of different colours from green, yellow, black, white, to grey. The difference between the two Jades is that Nephrite can be more muted.Jade Nephrite, like Jadeite, was also used for medicinal purposes and the Chinese believed it brought them clarity and peace of mind.
Sources: Canada, China,USA, Russia, New Zealand.
Hardness: 6-6.5 on Mohs scale.
Toughness: Exceptional
To view our collection of jade jewellery please visit our Capel Street store.