Description
Nephrite jade is a durable, fibrous calcium magnesium silicate gemstone valued for its toughness, cultural significane and spiritual properties. Nephrite jade is a calcium magnesium silicate mineral from the amphibole group, distinct from jadeite, which is a sodium and aluminum-rich pyroxene mineral. It forms through metamorphic processes involving intense heat and pressure over millions of years, resulting in a dense, fibrous crystal structure that makes it exceptionally tough and carvable. Nephrite typically occurs in shades of green, but can also be found in white, gray, black, yellow, and even blue depending on its origin. Its durability makes it ideal for jewelry, carvings, and decorative objects.
