Jade gems had been discovered over 7000 years ago. It was very popular in the Ancient times for its toughness because it was used for making tools and weapons.
In china Jade is know as “Yu” or the royal gem. Chinese carvers use Jade for cult figures and furnishings for important members of the imperial family.
Jade symbolizes compassion, modesty, courage, justice and wisdom. The American Indians uses jade as remedy for kidney ailments.
In ancient Egypt, Jade is known as the stone for inner peace, balance, harmony and love as a lucky protective stone.
Australian Jade comes in a variety of green colour. Jade is a tough mineral where it was used as warrior weapons in the olden days. Jade is also carved as knives as well as decorative ornaments. Jade is also used in jewellery designs.