Jaded : Jade Jewelry Set

Known as the Emperors Stone. In chinese writing, it is no accident that the character for emperor looks almost identical to the character for jade. In China, its jade that has been a symbol of status, spirituality, purity and health for over 9,000 years. Jade has been been estimated to have been mined and worked in China since the Stone Age. In prehistoric sites jade artifacts have been fashioned into jewelry, tools and weapons.

Jade later became revered with special significance and by 3000BC it became known as the Royal Gem. The most wealthy society were buried in full jade suits assembled with gold, silver, copper and silk.

Jade is a symbol of serenity and purity. It signifies wisdom gathered in tranquility. It increases love and nurturing. A protective stone, Jade keeps the wearer from harm and brings harmony. Jade attracts good luck and friendship. It stabilises the personality and promotes self-sufficiency. Soothes the mind, releasing negative thoughts. Stimulates ideas. A “dream stone”, Jade brings insightful dreams. It aids emotional release, especially of irritability. Jade encourages you to become who you really are.

Jade aids the body’s filtration and elimination organs. It is excellent for treating kidney problems and adrenal glands. Jade removes toxins, rebinds skeletal and cellular systems, and heals stitches. It assists fertility and childbirth. Jade balances body fluids.absorption of nutrients, enhances the immune system, stimulates the regeneration of tissue, and heals the whole body.

In China, 9,000 years ago, jade was seen as the union between the living essences of heaven and earth. It was the earthly embodiment of the male cosmic principle (Yang). Even then it was considered sacred.

Ancient Chinese healers believed mixing powdered jade with water produced an elixir that strengthens the body and prolongs life. If taken prior to death, they thought it would delay decomposition of the body.