Natural Nephrite Jade Stone

Natural Nephrite Jade Stone

Nephrite jade is a variety of jade, specifically a calcium, magnesium, and iron-rich amphibole mineral. It’s known for its toughness and is one of the two mineral species commonly called “jade,” the other being jadeite. Nephrite jade is often found in shades of green, but can also be white, yellow, brown, black, or even bluish-black. It’s a popular material for carvings, beads, and cabochon cut gemstones.

jade, either of two tough, compact, typically green gemstones that take a high polish. Both minerals have been carved into jewelry, ornaments, small sculptures, and utilitarian objects from earliest recorded times. The more highly prized of the two jade stones is jadeite; the other is nephrite.