Black Nephrite Jade Bead Guru with 3 Holes Aceh Sumatra Gemstone Indonesia 2.52g

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BLACK NEPHRITE JADE GEMSTONE GURU BEAD with 3 HOLES for MALA ~ SUMATRA INDONESIA
Item #
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30 6058
Type of gemstone
:
Natural Black Nephrite Jade
Amount
:
1 (one) singe
bead
* All photos are taken from the actual item *
Weight
:
approx.
2.52 grams
= 12.60 cts
Size
:
Length: approx.
20.19 mm
= 0.79 inches
Width: approx.
10.26 mm
Depth: approx.
10.22 mm
Perforation
:
This Guru Mala bead has three holes.
The drill holes from the side (top) are approx. 2.00 mm in diameter
The drill hole from the bottom is approx. 3.50 mm in diameter
You will receive this bead loose (not strung) and it is not a ready to wear piece of jewelry
Origin
:
Aceh / Sumatra, Indonesia ~ the beads are handmade in Bali by our master stone-cutters
Shape
:
Smooth polished long Guru Mala bead
Color
:
Beautiful smooth shiny black
Luster
:
Exquisite
Quality
:
Opaque stone ~ eye-clean
Treatment
:
None ~ 100 % natural untreated stone and natural color
Definition
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About Nephrite Jade
Jade is one of the oldest and most important gemstones, with a history dating over 7,000 years. It is especially prized throughout Chinese and Latin American cultures, often holding more value than gold. The term 'Jade' was derived from 'Piedra de Ijada', a Spanish phrase meaning 'stone for the pain in the side' because Spanish explorers saw natives of Central America holding pieces of Jade to their sides, believing that it could cure ills. The name 'Nephrite' was derived from the Greek word for 'kidney', which refers to its supposed ability to cure kidney disease. Nephrite is one of two distinct mineral forms classified as Jade (the other is Jadeite) and up until 1863, Nephrite was believed to be one and the same as Jadeite.
Nephrite is a fibrous aggregate variety of tremolite-actinolite, a basic calcium magnesium iron silicate, whereas Jadeite is a pyroxene mineral. Nephrite is more common than Jadeite and although it is slightly softer than Jadeite, it is considered tougher due to its denser structure. Traditional Chinese Jade typically refers to Nephrite since there are no actual Jadeite deposits located in China. Today, green Nephrite is considered to be the most valuable Nephrite, but translucent, white Nephrite was considered the most valuable up until the introduction of fine Burmese 'Imperial' Jadeite Jade during the 18th century.
Nephrite Jade Mythology, Metaphysical and Crystal Healing Properties
Since ancient times, Nephrite Jade has been used by many cultures for its powers. It was often used in burial ceremonies, since Jade was believed to be an 'imperial gem'. Jade is believed to represent beauty, purity and grace. According to legend, after man was created, he wandered the earth weaponless and vulnerable to attacks from wild animals. The Storm God took pity on him and forged axes made of jade from a rainbow. The Storm God tossed these Jade weapons to Earth for man to find and use as weapons of protection. In the Maori language, Nephrite Jade is known as 'pounamu'; it is highly prized throughout the Maori culture and is protected under the Treaty of Waitangi. Maori weapons were made of Nephrite Jade and often handed down as heirlooms as the Jade weapons were believed to hold very special power or 'mana'.
Nephrite today is believed to be a stone of dreams. It is thought that it can bless whatever it touches. Depending on the actual color of the gem, it can possess a variety of powers. Physically, Nephrite is said to be a restorative stone. It is also very useful for cleansing the body, especially the kidneys, liver and spleen. Nephrite Jade is thought to be especially helpful for joint and bone related pain, and is also often used to help fight viral and bacterial infections.
Origin of Green Nephrite Jade
Green Nephrite Jade gemstone from Aceh Tengah (Takengon) and Nagan Raya regions in Sumatra Indonesia.
Black Nephrite Jade
is Nephrite colored by microscopic inclusions of dark minerals; known as Black Nephrite Jade.
Nephrite Jade is a common form of Jade found all over the world. Nephrite Jade belongs to the amphibole group of minerals and has a hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale.
Though Nephrite is softer than Jadeite it is actually much tougher. Nephrites fracture strength is about 200 MN/m2 whereas Jadeites is about 100 MN/m2. This can be an explanation of why Nephrite Jade is commonly known as the “toughest natural stone on earth”.
This form of the Jade stone has been used for thousands of years because of its valued toughness and density which is the reason it has been used for everything from weapons to tools.
When the term toughness is used it is in regards to how brittle a material is. This is a large difference from the term ‘hardness’ used for stones which relates to how easily a mineral or material scratches.
Nephrite Jade is a tough stone because of its finely interlocked fibers. These are actually microscopic needle-like crystals which bind the stone together. These fine needles are randomly grouped together where the best quality Nephrite has a large amount of. When these small crystals are coarser the Jade is less tough.
Origin
Black Nephrite Jade gemstone is mined in Aceh Tengah (Takengon) and Nagan Raya regions in Sumatra Indonesia.
Black Nephrite Jade gemstone from Aceh / Sumatra Indonesia is a type of Serpentine-Antigorite-Jade.
Black Nephrite Jade Meaning
The meaning of Black Nephrite Jade has been attributed to the properties of protection, power and self-control.
Black Nephrite Jade Properties
The metaphysical properties of Black Jade consist of offering protection from negativity and fostering the wise use of power. As with all black stones, Black Nephrite Jade gives protection for attack and helps us to control our greed or need for control by instilling wisdom in the use of personal power.
Some sources say Black Nephrite Jade is a stone to purify and cleanse one’s energies. It is said to be capable of discharging any amount of negative energy, and able to keep all negative energies in one’s surroundings away from the wearer.
When holding a Jade stone in your hand, one may experience feelings of calmness or serenity. Others have experienced the feeling that Black Nephrite Jade brings out the wisdom that is hidden in each of us.
Black Nephrite Jade has also been said to have water energy that brings the flow of the water element to focus on your potential.
Chakra (of Black Nephrite Jade): This color of Jade is known to be associated with the root or base chakras.
Zodiac: The zodiac sign associated with this stone is Taurus.
Planet: The planet that is symbolized in this stone is Venus.
Beneficial for: Black Nephrite Jade is calming, helps with reflection and prayer, gives protection against negative energy, is a grounding stone and is used to channel power.
The Color Black: The color black is related to power, grounding, fearlessness, confidence, solidity. Black is technically not a color at all and instead absorbs color which explains its relation to power.
Chakra (of the color black): Black does not belong to a specific chakra. It is considered the color of all the chakras or as the chakras less mentioned such as the 12th chakra located below the feet or an upper chakra located high above the head.
Remarks
:
This Black Nephrite Jade gemstone bead
is not a ready to wear jewelry.
Stunningly beautiful gemstone beads ~ ready to be made into gorgeous piece of jewelry.
Don’t miss the opportunity to own this beautiful & Guru Mala gemstone bead
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