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Emerald, one of the five major gemstones, is captivating with its emerald green color.
Jade, a symbol of royalty that has been highly valued in the East since ancient times
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| Gemstone Name | Emerald | Jade |
|---|---|---|
| Mineral Name | Beryl | Jadeite |
| Japanese name | Jadeite, green gemstone | jadeite |
| Origin of the name | From the Greek word "smaragdos" meaning green gemstone | The name comes from the kingfisher, which lives in clear streams and has beautiful blue-green feathers. |
| color | green | Green, lavender, orange, etc. |
| Mohs hardness | 7.5-8.0 | 6.5-7.0 |
| Origin | Colombia, Zambia, Zimbabwe, etc. | Myanmar, Japan, Mexico, etc. |
| Stone meaning | Wealth, prosperity, luck, happiness | Noble and healthy |
| effect | Mental and physical stability, love fulfillment, happy marriage | Success and prosperity, stress and anxiety relief |
| Maintenance | Wipe with a soft cloth/Store separately away from direct sunlight | Wash gently with warm water, mild detergent and a soft brush |
| others | Emeralds have many inclusions and are usually treated with oil, but those with few inclusions and beautiful stones are traded at high prices as non-oil emeralds. | Jadeite is usually used to refer to real jade, but be aware that nephrite is also used as a similar stone. |
The birthstone for May is a green gemstone that evokes the image of fresh greenery.
When you think of colored gemstones, most people probably think of rubies, sapphires, and emeralds.Cleopatra's Favorite EmeraldIt is also designated as the three zodiac stones for Taurus, Cancer, and Capricorn, and is a popular gemstone designated for the 55th jade wedding anniversary.
The other one isJapan's national stoneJade is also designated as a national stone of the zodiac. It has been especially popular in the East since ancient times, and has been treasured as a symbol of emperors and kings. Nowadays, many customers from overseas come to our store looking for jade. In addition to being a birthstone, it is also popular as the zodiac stone for Pisces, for the porcelain wedding anniversary of the 20th wedding anniversary, and for the jade/coral wedding anniversary of the 35th wedding anniversary.
We will introduce you to the birthstones for May, so please use it as a reference.
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Index
1.Emerald
Emerald Characteristics
It is a beautiful green gemstone known as emerald green, but as it has many inclusions it is usually treated with impregnating oil. The mineral is beryl, the same type as aquamarine and morganite, and its Japanese name is Suidama or Ryokutama. As it has many inclusions it is prone to chipping and requires careful handling. For this reason, a unique cut for emeralds called the emerald cut was created to round off the corners and make it less likely to chip. Emeralds are mined in Colombia and Africa, but the deep, beautiful emeralds from Colombia that are not black are particularly famous. Zambian emeralds are highly transparent, and are also beautiful and well-regarded. There are also "Oil-free"Emeralds are rare and command high prices.The origin of emeralds
The word emerald comes from the ancient Greek word "smaragdus," which means green. The pronunciation changed to become the current "emerald." Emeralds often appear in historical myths and legends, but they are also famous as the stone that Alexander the Great had as his guardian stone and that Cleopatra fell in love with.
The Emerald Effect
The stone's word is "Wealth, prosperity, luck, happiness"
Emerald is "Symbol of loveIt has also been treasured as a talisman for love and marriage. It bestows wisdom and helps maintain a balance between the mind and body, allowing you to live a rich life.
It is recommended for those who wish for love success and a happy married life.
Emerald is "Symbol of loveIt has also been treasured as a talisman for love and marriage. It bestows wisdom and helps maintain a balance between the mind and body, allowing you to live a rich life.
It is recommended for those who wish for love success and a happy married life.
Caring for your Emerald
Emeralds have many inclusions and are very delicate gemstones. Basically, you should wipe them gently with a soft cloth after use.
Store the jewelry separately out of direct sunlight, as it may chip if it comes into contact with other jewelry, and the oil treatment may dry out and crack if exposed to sunlight.
Also, ultrasonic testing should be avoided at all costs, as there are many inclusions and the oil may escape, causing the stone to crack.
Store the jewelry separately out of direct sunlight, as it may chip if it comes into contact with other jewelry, and the oil treatment may dry out and crack if exposed to sunlight.
Also, ultrasonic testing should be avoided at all costs, as there are many inclusions and the oil may escape, causing the stone to crack.
Hojudo also has a wide selection of emerald jewelry. Please check out their website.
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2.Jade
Characteristics of Jade
Japan's national stoneJade is also mined in Japan and has been used since the Jomon period.The mineral name is jadeite and its Japanese name is jadeite. It is often called jade in English, but there are two types of jade, which look similar but are completely different. One is the one we are looking at here.Jade (genuine jade)inJadeite/JadeiteIt is used in jewelry and is expensive. The other is called nephrite, which is a different mineral from jadeite and is a completely different substance. It is mainly produced in China and is relatively inexpensive.
Many people think that Jude = genuine jade, so you need to be careful.
Myanmar is the largest producer, followed by Japan and Mexico as the third largest producers. In Japan, the area around Itoigawa is famous for producing high-quality jadeite.
The color that comes to mind is green, but they also come in other colors such as lavender, orange, and white.
It has little haze and a thick, deep green color, which makes it popular and it is traded at a high price.
The origin of jade
The gemstone jade gets its name from the kingfisher (jadeite), which lives in clear streams and has beautiful blue-green wings.
The English word "Jade" comes from the Spanish "piedra de ijada" (lower back stone), and jade was originally used to treat lower back pain and other ailments.
The English word "Jade" comes from the Spanish "piedra de ijada" (lower back stone), and jade was originally used to treat lower back pain and other ailments.
The effects of jade
The stone's word is "Noble and healthy"
In the East, it was a symbol of emperors and kings,Longevity StoneJade has also been treasured as a stone that brings about the five virtues (benevolence, righteousness, courtesy, wisdom, and trustworthiness) and helps people develop an ideal character through calmness and perseverance.
It is recommended for those who work in jobs that involve a lot of contact with people, such as sales, and for those who wish to improve their mental health.
In the East, it was a symbol of emperors and kings,Longevity StoneJade has also been treasured as a stone that brings about the five virtues (benevolence, righteousness, courtesy, wisdom, and trustworthiness) and helps people develop an ideal character through calmness and perseverance.
It is recommended for those who work in jobs that involve a lot of contact with people, such as sales, and for those who wish to improve their mental health.
Caring for Jade
Jade is a soft and delicate gemstone and requires careful handling.
After use, wipe it with a soft cloth. Store it separately from other jewelry and out of direct sunlight. Direct sunlight may cause fading.
To clean, fill a cup with lukewarm water and add a small amount of neutral detergent (dishwashing detergent). Then, dip a soft brush (a toothbrush with soft bristles) in the detergent and gently tap the jade to wash it. If you scrub the jade, it will get scratched or the nails that hold it in place will come loose, so it's important to wash it by tapping it. Once you're done washing, rinse the jade with lukewarm water.
Jade should not be ultrasonically cleaned, as ultrasonic vibrations can affect internal inclusions and surface irregularities, causing cracks.
After use, wipe it with a soft cloth. Store it separately from other jewelry and out of direct sunlight. Direct sunlight may cause fading.
To clean, fill a cup with lukewarm water and add a small amount of neutral detergent (dishwashing detergent). Then, dip a soft brush (a toothbrush with soft bristles) in the detergent and gently tap the jade to wash it. If you scrub the jade, it will get scratched or the nails that hold it in place will come loose, so it's important to wash it by tapping it. Once you're done washing, rinse the jade with lukewarm water.
Jade should not be ultrasonically cleaned, as ultrasonic vibrations can affect internal inclusions and surface irregularities, causing cracks.
Hojudo also has a wide selection of jade jewelry. Please check out their website.
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