Jade is a semi-precious stone that means “kidney” in Greek. Since ancient times, it has been used to make jewelry, household items and amulets.
The mineral is credited with healing and magical properties, so it was often used by shamans and healers. Today, the gem is often found on sale, because products made from it are quite popular. In this article I will talk about the properties of jade stone, who it is suitable for and its varieties.
Taurus
Jade is the ideal stone for Taurus. It is worth using all shades of green to get the best effect.
It is known that people of this zodiac sign often feel dissatisfied with their lives, and at the same time do nothing to change it. Possession of jade Taurus woman and man will be able to eliminate all the bad things that are currently happening in life, but will also contribute to positive changes. It will be very useful for those who often get angry, because it helps eliminate this feeling.
Also, the jade mineral will give good luck and protection.
You can use any accessory: rings, brooches, bracelets, necklaces, etc.
Description and varieties
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Jade has a unique structure - it consists of iridescent crystalline fibers. The stone is not transparent, has high strength, and is easy to process, which makes it possible to make detailed products from it. In addition, the mineral is durable and can retain its attractiveness even without special care. Archaeologists often find hunting objects, figurines, tools and amulets made of jade that date back to the Neolithic era.
Depending on the impurities in the composition, the stone can have different colors - from white to black. Most often, jade is found in green shades: salad, marsh, grass or emerald. The rarest specimens are considered to be red and blue minerals, as well as those with the “cat’s eye” effect.
It is believed that the properties of jade and its effect on a person largely depend on its color:
- White. Despite the fact that the stone is called white, it does not exist in nature as such. The mineral usually has a light yellow, light green or light gray tint. It has a great influence on the mental health of its owner and his spiritual state. Jade is able to strengthen a person’s faith, purify his thoughts, give him courage and wisdom. In addition, it significantly improves brain activity.
- Yellow. The yellow-hued mineral is not found often, and is most valued in China. Products with such a stone give the owner harmony with himself and the outside world. In difficult situations, it helps to find the right solution and protects against mistakes. A talisman with yellow jade helps improve your financial situation and develop your career.
- Blue. This type of mineral has special energy. Its influence is so strong that it can even slow down the aging process in the body of its owner. Blue jade is suitable only for strong personalities, because... he often tests people's strength, throwing them trials, but he does this only in order to strengthen his fortitude.
- Green. Stones with this color are assigned many mystical properties. It is believed that it promotes the development of talents and unusual abilities, and also helps to find peace and tranquility. Anyone who constantly wears jewelry or a talisman with green jade knows what he wants from life, quickly achieves his goals, and good luck always accompanies him.
- Red. A mineral of this color personifies the energy of fire, and is the rarest type. It has a huge influence on a person’s character and behavior. With constant use, red jade enhances positive character traits and suppresses negative qualities. In addition, it helps to avoid conflicts, because able to extinguish aggression and anger.
- Black. In this color the stone looks very mysterious and unusual. It is often used for inlaying jewelry made of precious metals. Black jade bestows wisdom and prudence on its owner. He will learn to look at things philosophically and look for reasonable solutions in difficult situations.
Virgo
Virgo is another sign for whom the jade stone is suitable according to the horoscope. People born at this time are extremely rational, so it is difficult to find a soul mate. Jade for Virgo is the mineral that will help you find a partner and become happier.
The best color to choose is from yellow to brown.
It will orient a Virgo man in a difficult situation, protect him from making wrong decisions, and help him maintain concentration.
For a Virgo woman, jade will help cope with the stress that so often falls on their fragile shoulders. Eliminates negativity and fills you with calm.
Healing and magical properties
Lithotherapists recommend using jade for medicinal purposes. The stone has high thermal conductivity and always remains warm, so it can be used as a warming compress. It is believed that it has the most positive effect on the stomach and kidneys. Thanks to its energy, the mineral is able to heal these organs from serious diseases. But you can also use it to combat other problems, for example:
- improves hearing and vision;
- normalizes blood pressure;
- helps improve the functioning of the respiratory system;
- fights stomach and liver diseases;
- restores erectile function;
- prevents skin aging and improves its condition;
- improves hair condition;
- has a positive effect on the nervous system.
Esotericists confirm that the jade stone has magical properties, which were known to alchemists and shamans in ancient times. Therefore, it is often used as an amulet or talisman. The gem is called the stone of peace because... it helps to improve your own life and find harmony with the outside world and yourself.
Jade is able to discover and develop hidden talents in its owner. Products made from it are recommended for creative individuals and those who want to find their calling. In addition, this unique stone awakens important qualities of character and helps in the development of personality.
The influence of jade is so strong that when worn constantly, it can influence fate, making favorable adjustments to it. A person gains a desire to improve his life, begins to act, and quickly achieves success. In difficult situations, the stone will always suggest the right decision and protect you from mistakes. To get an answer to your question, you need to squeeze the jade in your hand and concentrate on your own thoughts. In addition, when a person does the wrong thing or makes a bad decision, the stone darkens.
For those looking for a soul mate, the mineral will also be useful. It attracts love and helps in choosing a partner. For couples who have been in a relationship for a long time, jade will help revive passion and mutual understanding.
Scales
Who is suitable for the jade stone according to their zodiac sign is Libra. Its representatives will be able to unleash the full potential of the mineral.
They tend to be very self-critical and may see flaws in themselves that actually aren't there. This mineral helps to get rid of such a bad attitude towards oneself, making one happier and more tolerant.
In addition, it is an ideal stone for attracting prosperity and love. If you are lonely and want to stop being so, then choose the jade mineral as a talisman.
If a Libra woman is expecting a child, then the pebble will make pregnancy and childbirth easier for her.
The best option is white and pink, but you should not refuse other color solutions. The type of decoration also has no effect, so choose whichever you like.
Healing properties of the stone
The jade stone has not only magical, but also healing properties.
First of all, this mineral has a positive effect on the functioning of the kidneys, in particular, and the genitourinary system in general. Even the name of the stone suggests that it is related to this organ. The fact is that the word “nephritis” is translated as kidney. Therefore, it is believed that the healing properties of the mineral primarily affect this organ and the genitourinary system. Stone therapy specialists recommend using heating pads with jade for abdominal pain. They are rag bags filled with these minerals. The peculiarity of a heating pad with jade stones is that it retains heat for a long time. The fact is that the temperature of the mineral never drops lower than the natural temperature of the stone. Such a heating pad should be applied to the sore spot and after some time the person will feel much better.
Massagers made from jade are very popular. They help cope with sprains, accelerate the healing process of soft tissues and relieve the inflammatory process occurring in the body. In addition, such massagers promote rejuvenation, which is why they are often used on the face.
This mineral is recommended for women to wear during pregnancy and childbirth. It is believed that it alleviates the suffering of the expectant mother and promotes the birth of a healthy child.
Jade improves vision and hearing, and also prevents the emergence and development of many pathologies. However, the healing properties of the mineral appear only if it is used regularly.
What names is it suitable for?
Some astrological schools link the influence of the stone not only with the planets and stars under which a person was born, but also with their names.
There is not enough research on this topic yet, but it has been established that dark green varieties are suitable for men.
Esotericists especially recommend jade to people with the following names:
- Gregory - balances masculinity, pressure, calmness.
- Helps Evgeniy realize his ambitious plans and achieve material wealth. This also applies to women with this name, to whom the gem gives confidence and reveals talents.
- For Inna, blue jade is a stone of calm and a philosophical approach to difficulties.
- It is better for Rais to choose a light green mineral, which will bring harmony to life and protect against ill-considered steps.
- With the help of natural jade jewelry, Galina will be able to understand what is most important to her and what she needs to focus her energy on.
Blue and green stone
The dragon stone is blue jade, the rarest and most powerful. But also the most capricious. To learn to use its energy, a person needs to constantly work on himself .
The stone will not forgive a disregard for other people and your health. But having recognized you as the master, he will never serve another.
Blue jade has the unique ability to change color:
- It will be sky blue when the owner diligently improves himself, helps others, that is, lives correctly;
- Gray-blue happens in the case of an indifferent attitude, reluctance to do something yourself, and the presence of bad thoughts in the head.
Green silicate is not so rare, but its magical qualities are no less important. He:
- Makes people kinder;
- Promotes good mood;
- Relieves stress.
An amulet stone, like a true friend, if you abandon it, will not serve anyone else. And you can’t re-gift it either, there is only one owner forever.
Amulets and talismans
Since the magical and therapeutic characteristics of jade have been proven, the stone is used to make amulets with talismans:
- figurines, as home decorations, help achieve your goals (there is a warning - the mineral helps only people with pure and noble intentions);
- pendant jewelry protects the owner from the evil eye and witchcraft;
- the use of red or pink mineral ensures that it is impossible to suffer in fires;
- elegant beads and bracelets will relieve nightmares;
- jade plates in the form of belt decoration will protect a person from evil forces;
- plates made of white mineral, emitting a specific sound, are endowed with the ability to repel evil spirits.
A jade dragon figurine is an excellent decoration for home, office and a good amulet.
Where is it mined and how is it used?
The volcanic origin of the mineral explains its deposits in places where magma erupted onto the surface of the earth. The first jade deposits were discovered several centuries ago in China. After they began to actively mine this mineral, its reserves were depleted. It has already become firmly established in the culture of these countries, and is now actively exported from other jade deposits. Currently, mining is carried out in the following countries:
- Russia;
- USA;
- Taiwan;
- Australia;
- Kazakhstan;
- Italy;
- Germany;
- Canada and others.
Interesting fact! The largest jade ever found in the world was discovered in China in 1960 and weighed 260 tons and was 8 meters high. It lay there for 32 years before the Chinese authorities decided to make a Buddha statue out of it.
Jade in Russia is mainly mined in the territory of the Republic of Buryatia. This is where the bulk of the sources are located. In one of the deposits, very rare varieties of jade are mined: white, blue and red. The most famous mining sites in Russia:
- Ospinskoye field. Located in Southern Siberia. Mining is carried out from the Ilchir River, where there are veins of green jade. Stone extracted from water is highly dense, unlike rocks. Therefore, it acquired a higher value in the market. The uniqueness of the mined stone is determined by its optical effect - a cat's eye. Such minerals are in demand in the jewelry industry and are popular in Europe. However, it is known that the jade deposits in the Ospinskoye deposit are almost depleted.
- Ulan – Khodinskoye field. The purest green stones in the world are mined here, with the exception of small inclusions of the spinel mineral. At the mouth of the Khara-Zhalga River there are 21 veins of this mineral. But due to the poorly developed infrastructure of this area, mining is difficult.
The scope of application of jade is extremely diverse:
- Used as an ornamental material. Making utensils, vases, souvenirs, and amulets from jade. In Chinese culture it is considered a strong antiseptic, so dishes made from this material are highly valued there.
- Suitable for construction and finishing works. Cladding of monuments, interior decoration of residences, palaces and temples. The unique pattern and high strength of the material explain its use for these purposes.
- Stone - therapy. The healing properties of jade allow it to have a beneficial effect on human health. It is used in saunas, in the form of heaters made from it. They retain heat for a long time and are able to relieve migraines and lower blood pressure.
- Jewelry Art. They are framed in precious metals and serve as an elegant decoration for their owners. Frequently used processing methods are plates and cabochons.
Interesting fact! In ancient China, when a commoner addressed the emperor, he had to apply a jade plate to his lips. It was believed that if he did not do this, he would offend His Majesty with his breath of a mere mortal.
White jade: properties
Green, black and cream jades differ in their magical properties. I would especially like to talk about the latter, as they are rare.
In China, this silicate is recognized as a national symbol. After all, he has healing and magical abilities. Cream jadeite has always been considered a companion to scientists and warriors; it gave them fearlessness, intelligence, strength and courage.
Those who have a white jade talisman:
- They reach heights in their profession, creative work, become successful businessmen and sought-after artists;
- Happy in your personal life. They have a strong family, a reliable rear, a cozy home;
- They will never fall under the evil eye or damage. Its protective power is known from the ancient legends of the Aztecs; warriors not only made weapons from the gem, but also encrusted their armor with it, believing that if the enemy resorted to black magic, the silicate would protect.
American Indians have used its capabilities for their needs for more than three thousand years. Everything was made from it, from earrings for different parts of the body to dishes and clothing items.
The more jade things an Indian had, the higher his status.
Which zodiac signs does it patronize?
Ancient philosophers compared jade with the best qualities: honesty, mercy, wisdom, courage. All of them are found in everyone to a greater or lesser extent.
Therefore, it suits any sign:
- For freedom-loving Aquarians, it helps to believe in true love, find peace of mind, and protects against failures;
- Gives shy Cancers confidence, optimism, and vitality. Women under his influence become calmer and more reasonable. Men move up the career ladder;
- Pisces become more active, overcome laziness, begin to perform significant actions, change their attitude towards people;
- Aries will stop being selfish and will learn to take other people's opinions into account. Thanks to these changes, relationships with people will improve, many good acquaintances will appear;
- For noble and independent Taurus, jade brings good luck, tells how not to miss the only chance, suggests the right direction;
- Purposeful Leos and smart Geminis, who perceive everything as a matter of chance, gives strength to believe in themselves and success in all endeavors;
- Virgos are usually distrustful, as they often make mistakes, and therefore they cannot find a soul mate for a long time. The mineral gives a feeling of trust and respect for people;
- Under his protection, Libra calms down and becomes kinder;
- Stubborn, mistrustful Scorpios begin to trust people, accept their advice, and smile more often;
- Impulsive, proud Sagittarius and Capricorn, who usually have a narrow circle of friends, despite their sociability, become more hospitable and achieve success in their careers.
Signs belonging to the water element should choose blue stones, those belonging to the earth element should choose dark green or black stones, and those belonging to the air element should choose white stones.