Physical Properties of Nephrite Jade Stone / Crystal |
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Chemical Formula: | Ca2(Mg, Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2 |
Chemical Composition: | |
Crystal System: | Monoclinic |
Lustre: | Vitreous to greasy; dull. |
Transparency: | Translucent to opaque |
Colour: | Light to dark green, yellow to brown, white, gray, black |
Streak: | White |
Hardness: | 6 - 6.5 on Mohs Scale |
Tenacity: | Brittle |
Cleavage: | None |
Fracture: | Splintery To Granular |
Density: | 2.90 to 3.03 |
Refractive Index: | 1.606 - 1.632 |
Nephrite jade is a combo of calcium and magnesium abundant immovable mineral actinolite. It occurs mainly in two different colours grey and green and sporadically yellow, brown or even white. It compasses from diaphanous to very light yellow form better known as mutton fat jade. It also subsists in an opaque white form to a brownish or grey form and numerous of them also prevail in green colour. Its hardness is measured about 6.5-7 on the Mohs scale. It possesses a monoclinic crystal structure.
The dream stone is known for its dexterity to help one to access the spiritual purview. It acts as a defensive shield against gloomy energies. It will help you to tread your steps towards your goal and fill your lush life with dreams and sunshine. It is considered to be a symbol of fortune. So will bring a balance between one's physical, emotional and spiritual aspects. It will corral peace and harmony and will nourish your life with wonderful colours of life.
It impoverishes heart, kidneys, nervous system and immune system and also purifies blood. It rectifies depression among the people and relegates evil spirits. It will counteract karmic influences and will be source of relaxation and meditation. It prompts new and creative ideas in you. You can unfold the hidden creativity in you. It will also nullify you anger and produce a calming effect on your mind. The stone of heart will also aid you to apprehend in a better way about the opposite gender. Industrially due to its toughness it is used in manufacturing of axe heads, knife blades, and delicate durable carvings.
Nephrite Jade gemstones / crystals are found in some of the countries of world are: Australia, Austria, Canada, China, Germany, Italy, Japan, New Zealand, Poland, Russia, South Korea, Switzerland, Taiwan, Ukraine, USA, Vietnam, Zimbabwe