Le Jade Black
Black jade belongs to the silicate family. It is composed of sodium aluminum silicate like other varieties of jade. It has in addition to iron oxide and magnetite. This type of black jade is also called black jadeite or magnetite jade.
Black jade is a variety of jade, with a color that varies from dark gray to intense black. Sound opaque appearance can sometimes have inclusions beige or even gold.
The name jade first appears in Le Dictionnaire Général in 1667. You will also find the name nephrite, because jade was supposed to cure kidney-related ailments. It wasn't until 1863 that French scientist Alexis Damour will identify the two minerals in jade: the jadeite and nephrite.
The jade designation crosses three different minerals, namely jadeite, nephrite and kosmochlor. These minerals are identical in appearance. Jade is a hard ornamental stone resistant.
The history of jade began in China, long before the country's arrival. the empire of Asia. The peoples of the Neolithic era in the northeast manufactured their tools and even their jewelry in jade.
Despite the trade between China and the West, which took place from the middle of the From the 12th to the mid-14th century, the jade was not known in Europe until the early 16th century.
In fact, the The Portuguese arrived in China in 1517. In this way, they imported carved in jade, called "piedra de ilharga", translated as "flank stone". Then, because of their resemblance to Aztec objects, jade was also named "piedra de hijada".
In France, the jade was called "siadre", then "éjade". This term was chosen to evoke the beautiful mineral. Vincent Voiture (1597-1648), poet and prose writer thanks Angélique Paulet for providing him with has donated a jade bracelet to the to relieve his renal colic. By the the "e" disappeared and the name of the stone became jade.
Jade was known in China for a long time: it was credited with medicinal virtues, in particular those of healing urinary problems. But the magnificent jade stone indicated a high social rank. Thus, the most fortunate deceased are buried with lots of jade. He was to introduce a jade cicada into the mouth of the deceased.
Jade, the stone with mystical properties, was often associated to virtue, elegance and purity (especially white jade). He was the outward sign of high social status. Since for thousands of years, jade has been a symbol of love. He often depicted different imperial dynasties and was synonymous with power and high rank. Indeed, it is, during ceremonies, a sceptre carved in jade was to be worn by emperors.
This stone is a stone of choice for the Chinese. At every negotiation, they wear one, because it promotes honesty and justice. Visit jade is the source of many legends and myths. it is reputed to ward off misfortune and good luck.
Nowadays, the jade is always present in the culture China. Many objects are still dating from different periods different.
The jade was present in different cultures around the world. In Greek mythology, jade was associated with the Moires, divinities of destiny. The Moires accompany men from birth to death. death. The Greeks attributed virtues purifying, healing and soothing. They used it in the form of elixirs to treat heal animal bites, heal the wounded and the eyes or stomach.
The Romans used this were used as offerings to the goddess of peace. fertility Bona Dea. The Celts did the same with the goddess of fertility and medicine named Brigitte.
In conclusion, from today, jade remains a sacred stone in many many cultures. The different jade varieties are always appreciated, whether whether for jewelry or ornamentation. The color white is the most natural, but jade also exists in also in dark green, emerald green blue-green, green-black, blue, orange, black and white. yellow, and sometimes pink.
The deposits
The largest deposits are located in China, the United States United States, Guatemala, Burma.
Black jade and its virtues in lithotherapy
Benefits for the skin psychic level
Black jade offers great protection against energies negative influences. It concentrates influences and keeps negativity at bay. In this way, it restores atmosphere filled with harmony and serenity. This mineral is excellent for meditation.
It is said of this that it attracts luck and good fortune fortune. It is particularly used for to strike a good deal. Please note use it sparingly, as it can become against the user in the event of proven venality.
However, jade black can give people a boost lacking ambition. It also open up to others and build skills expression.
This mineral gives vitality in your emotional life and provides novelty. It renews thoughts during traumatic shocks and overcome psychological wounds. At the same time, it fights instability emotional.
Black jade encourages feelings of love, devotion and love for others. and courage. It also has the ability to restore confidence and eliminate stress.
It is renowned for develop honesty and justice. This mineral provides wisdom in the life.
Benefits for the skin physical level
Black jade issues calming and soothing vibrations. It is a stone of emotional balance. At away negativity, black jade helps to regain quality sleep and reclaimer.
It gives the vitality and allows you to resume physical. It facilitates water absorption by sufficient quantity during the day.
It promotes the good how the root chakra works.
Black jade and the astrological signs associates
Black jade has many virtues that can be applied to all the natives of the zodiac. However, we'd like to point out that.., its properties are even more effective on the following signs:
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Gémeaux : symbol of communication and new technologies and exchanges. This sign represents adolescence, studies and writing. He always needs to be in movement. Wearing a black jade maintains this vitality and allows him to manage his anxiety. Indeed, underneath a light, airy somewhat superficial, this sign hides anxieties. However, his company is sought-after, because it is spiritual, pleasant and light. He has a lot of friends, but be careful, because he can be a great liar. He often behaves like a teenager and has always need to be stimulated. In love, he's a great seducer. He likes to multiply experiences. He fears commitment because he's afraid of losing his freedom. However, he can be very romantic and search for true love;
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Capricorn symbolizing ambition, hard work and of maturity. This sign represents success professional. Wearing a black jade helps him regain his self-confidence. It gives him the strength to overcome their complexes. This sign is very uncomfortable in the presence of strangers. He prefers to evolve with his family and has very few friends. He has a tendency to be coldness and too much seriousness. We call him psychorigid. It's true that this sign is often too serious and too reasonable. Since childhood, he has sacrificed himself for the work. Professional success is the goal. He is very whether it's for work, leisure vacations. It leaves no room for the unexpected. In love, he's terribly complexed. It's a sign that loves solitude. When he meets his soul mate, it's for her. life. He's very loyal;
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Black jade is associated with the root chakra
Black jade balances the root chakra. It is the first chakra located in the perineum. The chakra balanced root system helps you feel security. It provides serenity physical and mental well-being. It generates also vitality.
Beware, because the unbalanced root chakra, sometimes too active, provokes reactions that can be hurtful others. It can make you egotistical, short-tempered, and even violent. Alcohol or drug abuse can take place.
Maintenance, purifying and recharging jade black
As soon as the introduction of your black jade into your home, you need to rid it of emotions he may have encountered. It is possible even lose some of its effectiveness. The following operations are to be carried out on at least once per or after use intensive.
Plunge in your stone in a clear glass filled with spring water for a few minutes. Dry with with a soft cloth. You can also purify it with the sage fumigation technique white, with the burial technique in the ground or with a Tibetan bowl.
Recharge it at the lunar rays on a full moon, or place it on the ground. simply on an amethyst geode or on an quartz clusters for 24 hours.
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