Gemstone Beads, African Jade, Natural, Round, 8mm
Gemstone Beads, African Jade, Natural, Round, 8mm
These, 8mm, Round, Natural, African Jade Gemstone Beads are a popular gemstone within jewelry making, especially in men's jewelry where it is popular to use in mens' bracelets and necklaces.
Jade is considered the 'good luck stone' and has been adored for centuries. Jade is actually two separate forms of minerals, Jadeite and Nephrite.
This beautiful gem is loved in jewelry for its striking green color, but Jadeite Gemstones were actually originally used thousands of years ago as weapons.
Jade's toughness made it ideal for carving into ax heads and tools as well as ritual artifacts. It didn't take long before ancient civilizations noticed jadeite not only for its durability, but also its beauty and potential metaphysical capabilities.
Central American cultures would sometimes hold jadeite against their sides to help cure ailments, which is why the Spanish called Jadeite "piedra de ijada," meaning "stone for the pain in the side." On the other side of the world, the Chinese called jade "yu," meaning "heavenly" or "imperial" and has been found in the tombs of some Shang dynasty kings and other important figures. Lady Fu Hao's tomb contained 755 Jade objects
The Chinese especially valued Jadeite and have used the gemstone for multiple purposes. First, Jadeite gems are said to possess health-strengthening abilities and improve longevity. Jadeite bangle bracelets are said to protect the wearer and absorb negative energy. According to feng shui, Jadeite can influence not only health, but prosperity. Considered a "dream stone" by ancient cultures, Jade is used today to dream solve, access the spiritual realm and encourage creativity.
Jade stones may have been known for their toughness, but the surface is still able to be scratched. The best method of cleaning Jadeite is to use a soft cloth dipped in soapy water. Jadeite is also fairly porous, so it's best to avoid submerging the stone completely in the soapy water. Make sure the jadeite as well as the rest of the jewelry piece is completely dry before storing. Do not use steam or ultrasonic cleaners.
**Please note that all metaphysical or healing properties listed are collected from various sources. This information is offered as a service and not meant to treat medical conditions. Beaded Creations® does not guarantee the validity of any of these statements.
NB* Natural gemstone or semi precious stones come from minerals. Due to their natural form, the stones may have tiny flaws. Cutting or polishing or different batches also makes every piece of gemstone vary in color and size.
- Mohs Hardness: 6-1/2 to 7
- Diameter: 8mm
- Hole: 1mm
- Strand Length: 40cm
- Origin: Africa
- SOLD PER STRAND - +/- 49 BEADS PER STRAND
| Size |
8mm |
|---|---|
| Color |
Green |
| Length |
Sold Per 40cm Strand |
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Beaded Creations delivers countrywide in South Africa. Our preferred courier services are "THE COURIER GUY" and "PUDO
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