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IMA mineral species Healing crystal

Jadeite

✦ The Imperial Jade ✦

Crystal lore: 🍀 Luck💰 Abundance🌊 Calm

NaAlSi₂O₆

Pyroxene mineral.

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Jadeite specimen
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Properties

🔷 Monoclinic✏️ streak white
Chemical formulaNaAlSi₂O₆
ElementsNa, Al, Si, O
Crystal systemMonoclinic
Mohs hardness—
Density—
Streakwhite
Color—
IMA symbolJd
Nickel–Strunz class9.DA.25

“—” means no reliable value in Wikidata yet. Check Mindat for full data.

🌍 Where it's found

  • Type locality
  • Notable source / deposit
  • Country of origin

Marker positions are approximate (region or locality level). Type localities from Wikidata; notable sources curated by Crystopedia.

Varieties & related stones

✨ Metaphysical & Folklore

These are traditional and folk beliefs from crystal lore. They are not scientific or medical claims – crystals are not a substitute for professional care.

The rarer form of jade, associated with wisdom and serenity.

Traditional uses
harmony, wisdom, prosperity
Chakra
Heart
Zodiac
♉Taurus ♎Libra
Element
🌿Earth

💞 Pairs well with (traditional pairings)

AventurineA natural partner for prosperity; Aventurine also adds luck. EmeraldPaired in tradition for wisdom, with Emerald bringing love as well. JadeBoth carry the theme of harmony, so together they're thought to reinforce it. Rose QuartzA natural partner for harmony at home; Rose Quartz also adds self-love. Clear QuartzClear quartz is the traditional amplifier, said to boost jadeite's harmony.

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