Why Jade is Called the Stone of Heaven?

The popularity of fine Jade is growing day by day, being one of the most valuable of all precious gemstones. The presence of this gemstone is way back to China's history and there are so many stories behind its origination. Many calls it 'Jade thestone of heaven' due to its healing and spiritual properties. It is believed that whoever has the possession of this precious stone enjoys good fortune, good health and good life.

When most people think of Jade, what comes to their mind is a green colored gemstone, although it comes in a variety of colors. Do you know that pure Jade is white? Yes! Pure Jade is white, while the color comes from other minerals making it from pale green to browns, black, yellow, and blue. It is Manganese which gives it a few shades of black and gray or sometimes even pink. The emerald green comes from chromium, making it the most valued Imperial Jadeite. 

Why Jade is stone of heaven?

The Chinese consider Jade the “Stone of Heaven” and you must be thinking why? Many people consider it the most precious, most beautiful and the luckiest of anything else on earth. As per the history, this precious stone was only worn by the Kings or Queens. The Chinese considered it a sacred mineral and according to them, Gold has value but Jade is invaluable.

In ancient times, Jade was used to make tools and other artifacts because of its toughness. Later, craftspeople used it for making jewelry and other tribal ornamental objects. Some people also believe that the gemstone carries supernatural powers. In Chinese history, the stone was used as a protector against devils. It was also believed to be a symbol of kindness, peace and eternity.

It is believed that wearing any ornament carrying Jade bring good luck, wealth, health, peace of mind and longevity. Some also linked it to virtue as for them its polish represent purity and that's why they also called it the stone of wisdom. Its color represent loyalty, brightness represent heaven and its substance represents the earth. 

We can conclude that Jade is loved by people not only because of its beauty but for its meaning and significance. Its value lies in its natural color and hue and the rarest stone is called 'Imperial Jade'. If you fell in love with this stone, but it from some reliable stores like Natural Tribal Designs.