Jade - The Gemstone of Hope and Healing
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Jade - The Gemstone of Love
Jade is a semi precious gemstone which is considered the stone of healing, hope and love. This is an ornamental stone and comes in a variety of colors like red, orange, yellow, green, white, blue, lavender, black, grey, brown and cream. Out of this the most popular jade stones are green and white. Jade is extremely popular as pendants, rings, necklaces and pendants. Other than jewelry jade is also used to make snuff-boxes, cigarette holders, figurines and bowls. This Gem is related to the Zodiac Signs of Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Pisces and Libra. This gem is also the ancient Birthstone for those born in the month of May and the anniversary stone associated with the 12th year of marriage. The name of this stone is derived from the Spanish word 'piedra de hijada' meaning stone of the loin. It also means 'precious green stone'.
Jade is said to be a good luck stone and a stone for wealth, love and stability. This stone helps to open up the heart chakra. This stone is also given as gift by lovers as a proof of love and devotion for each other. This stone is also known to attract love and aid in sexual enhancement and fertility. Jade also has the fame of being a protective stone, guarding against accidents and misfortune. This stone is helpful in treating diseases of the kidney, heart and the stomach. Jade is been around for thousands of years. In prehistoric times, this stone is used for making weapons and tools because of its toughness. Jade is found in most places including China, Russia and Myanmar.
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- Gemstones by Zodiac Sign - Pisces
Pisces born are friendly, easy going and philosophic by nature. They have an excellent sense of humor and are highly artistic and compassionate by nature. They also have a very matured and calm attitude.The Gemstones for the Zodiac sign of Pisces are amethyst, aquamarine, bloodstone, jade and rock crystal. In addition to this ruby, Moonstone, emerald, coral,Blue Lace Agate, Calcite, Chrysoprase, Fluorite, Labradorite, Turquoise and Sunstone can be worn. - 6 months ago
- Wearing Gemstones Jewelry based on Numerology
Gemstones are normally worn as a remedy to negative planetary influences in the human body.Gemstone Jewelry can be worn based on Numerology. When selecting the stone to be worn based on Numerology one can wear based on birth month, birth date or name of the individual. - 11 months ago
- Gemstones by Zodiac Sign - Aquarius
The Sign of Aquarius is symbolized by the Water Bearer. An Aquarius born is highly social, jovial, intellectual and talkative by nature. Aquarians are easygoing and kind. The Gemstones of the Zodiac sign of Aquarius are Garnet, amethyst, moss agate, opal and sugilite. In addition to this turquoise (Planetary stone), Jasper(Talismanic Stone), Aquamarine, Amber, Angelite, Blue Obsidian, Boji Stone, Chrysoprase, Fluorite, Labradorite, Moonstone, Black Pearl and Jet. - 6 months ago
- Gemstones by Zodiac Sign - Taurus
Taurus is the most practical, stable and reliable members of the Zodiac. The Gemstones for Taurus are Emerald, Coral, Amber, rose quartz, and turquoise. In addition to this aventurine ( Planetary stone) , Garnet (Talismanic Stone) Diamond, Aquamarine, Black Spinel,Topaz, Boji Stone, Moss Agate, Kunzite, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Rhodonite and Tiger Eyes are also suitable for a Taurus born. - 6 months ago
- Gemstones by Zodiac Sign - Cancer
The Sign of Cancer is the Crab. Just as the crab has a hard shell to protect its soft interior, hiding behind the tough exterior is a sentimental softy. A Cancer born is quick to retreat into their shells if it suits their mood. The Gemstones of the Zodiac sign of Cancer are Emerald, Moonstone, Pearl and Ruby. In addition to this Amber, Beryl, Brown Spinel, Carnelian, Calcite, Chalcedony, Chrysoprase, Opal, Pink Tourmaline, Rhodonite, Moss Agate, Fire Agate and Dendritic Agate can be worn. - 6 months ago
- Gemstones by Zodiac Sign - Scorpio
This Zodiac sign of Scorpio is represented by the deadly and poisonous Scorpion. However, a Scorpio born is highly intuitive, secretive, emotional, sensitive, artistic, strong willed, sharp minded and highly romantic by nature. The Gemstones for the Zodiac sign of Scorpio are aquamarine, coral, obsidian and topaz. In addition to these stones, garnet and ruby (Planetary stones), Amethyst (Talismanic Stone),Malachite, Boji Stone, Dioptase, Emerald, Green Tourmaline, Kunzite, Moonstone, Red Spinel - 6 months ago
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Comments
What you have mentioned is right. I had delebrately left out that Chinese part. In China Jade was known as 'yu' meaning 'royal gem' which speaks for itself the value that the Chinese have for this gem.
Thanks for visiting.
Another informative, educative HUB on Jade stones. Thank you
Thanks for the Comment! When i started with gemstones I was fascinated by the vastness of the topic. I also know that by sharing and giving knowledge I would only gain more.
It was good to learn something aboaut good luck and healing stones.
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einron says:
9 months ago
Thanks for the hub. Chinese likes jade and almost every Chinese female will own jewellry made of jade. My Chinese amah who took care of me when I was young gave me a jade bangle before she left for China