History & Introduction
African Jade received its name from Sout South Africa, as it is
mined from the mines of South Africa. However, occasionally it is known as Transvaal
Jade. It is a bright green stone. The stone is usually worn to attract wealth, prosperity
and health. African Jade is also used to improve business relationships. African
Jade gemstone possesses characteristics of general healing, which is related specifically
to cure disease related to kidney and skin.
African Jade is kept at a distant places from exposure to high heat and household
chemicals or else it can harm the stone. Fabric-lined box should be used to keep
the jewelry made of African jade to avoid from other harder jewelry items to prevent
getting a scratch.
Availability - South Africa is the only source of African Jade.
Usages - Many times Jade Usages - Many times Jade is polished
into cabochons and beads, and is even used in bracelets, necklaces, rings,
pendants and earrings. Ornamental figures mainly of animals and Buddha’s are
traditionally being carved from Jade. It is cut into different shapes with oval
and round in common. In traditional basis its use is in tribal carvings and
sculptures.
Gemological Characteristics