Gemstone: BC Jade

(hardness: 6-6.5)

This gemstone of British Columbia ranges in color from white through various shades of green to black. A silicate of calcium and magnesium, Jade is primarily mined in northern B.C. where the world’s largest reserves of nephrite jade are found.

Jade objects are known to bestow good fortune and peace. It is said to bless that which it touches.