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"Don't be afraid to show the love hidden deep within you to others. Jade will support you."

Symbolism and healing properties of white jade:

White jade is associated with harmony and balance. It reportedly helps you find the golden middle path and balance the conflicting aspects of life. Its colour is predominantly white, but it may show hints of cream, grey or light green. These shades add to the stone's appeal. It is traditionally associated with Guanyin, the Buddhist and Taoist goddess of compassion, love, mercy and protection. According to astrology, this mineral reportedly has protective properties that guard against evil forces and adverse events.

People also seek it out because it is associated with calm and peace. It reportedly has a soothing effect on the mind, reduces stress, anxiety and tension, and brings a sense of calm and wellbeing. In alternative medicine it is used particularly in meditation, to restore freshness and revitalise life. It is very often associated with love and relationships. It reportedly helps express love for others, as well as for yourself. It supports harmonious relationships, understanding and communication within them.

Types of jade:

There are three types of jade, including the basic white jade. They differ not only in colour, but also in their characteristic properties and different effects. These include:


White jade with lustre is associated with harmony and balance. The symbolism of the lustre on this mineral is clarity and purity. According to astrology, it reportedly supports spiritual growth and transformation. People also seek it out because it is said to help you open up to higher planes of consciousness, strengthen intuition, and better understand yourself and the world around you. It reportedly provides access to spiritual wisdom and knowledge. It is also often associated with calming effects. It reduces stress and nervousness and brings a feeling of clarity and balance.


White jade with lustre is suitable for these zodiac signs:

Gemini (22 May – 21 June), Virgo (23 August – 22 September), Libra (23 September – 23 October) and Scorpio (24 October – 22 November)


Chakras associated with white jade with lustre:

4th chakra – heart chakra Anahata: affects the heart, associated with compassion and love
6th chakra – Third Eye chakra Ajna: affects intuition, spiritual vision and clairvoyance
7th chakra – crown chakra Sahasrara: affects spiritual growth and consciousness



Yellow jade is associated with energetic cleansing, self-confidence and strength. It is considered a stone that helps cleanse and purify its wearer's energy field. It reportedly supports transformation. According to astrology, it helps build stability, courage and self-respect. This stone is recommended for anyone seeking support in overcoming fears and blocks in their life. People also seek it out for its protective properties. Yellow jade is often associated with abundance and prosperity. It reportedly brings luck, supports wealth and attracts opportunities and success. It is sometimes called the "stone of prosperity".


Yellow jade is suitable for these zodiac signs:

Leo (23 July – 22 August), Gemini (22 May – 21 June) and Libra (23 September – 23 October)


Chakras associated with yellow jade:

3rd chakra – solar plexus chakra Manipura: affects emotional balance

White jade is suitable for these zodiac signs:

Virgo (23 August – 22 September), Libra (23 September – 23 October) and Capricorn (22 December – 20 January)

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Localities, forms of jade and history:

Jade can be found at many localities around the world, but the most significant are China, New Zealand, Canada, Russia and Guatemala.

In nature, jade occurs in the form of large deposits and veins in rock. It can naturally be polished and have a silky lustre. During mining, jade blocks are broken off from the rock and subsequently processed into various forms. In any case, natural white jade reportedly has very strong properties, which are used across many fields. On the Mohs hardness scale, its hardness corresponds to 6.

The history of jade, especially white jade, goes back thousands of years. In ancient China it was considered a sacred stone for its properties. It was associated primarily with longevity, wisdom, luck and power. It was widely used in various rituals. The ancient Maya considered it a symbol of wealth, power and spiritual significance. For the Maori, the indigenous people of New Zealand, it had special spiritual significance. They closely associated it with nature and used it in rituals connected with nature. It was also admired in ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome, Persia and India.

Did you know?

that the Chinese emperor Qin Shi Huang, founder of the Qin dynasty, had an entire temple built from white jade to celebrate the significance of this stone? White jade thus became a symbol of Chinese art and craftsmanship.

What is jade used for and what can you make from it?

In jewellery-making, jade is often used to create elegant necklaces and bracelets. This jewellery can be made from the cut mineral either in the shape of beads, or into various geometric shapes. Earrings of all shapes are also made from it, from simple to more elaborate designs, as well as rings featuring it as the central stone, and pendants and amulets. Equally popular items made from white jade also include vases, plaques, plates, buttons, table and kitchen utensils and meditation objects.

Chakras associated with white jade:

4th chakra – heart chakra Anahata: affects the heart, associated with compassion and love
7th chakra – crown chakra Sahasrara: affects spiritual growth and consciousness

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