Just received these yellow jade nuggets & sodalite nuggets from the US. It did take quite some time to arrive, and I thought it got lost along the way. Luckily no evil postman decided to keep the pretty stones for themselves.
Jade
A symbol of purity and serenity, it is delicate, but will not break - is beautiful, but not impermanent, it can be flawed with lines, but still pleasing. It is believed to radiate divine unconditional love and balance the emotions. Held in the hand it can improve judgment - ancient silk traders often held jade while bartering. A small piece of jade worn around the neck was said to dispel illness.
Chinese jade first arrived in the West during the sixteenth century, brought from Canton by the Portuguese. Today jade continues to be a symbol of love, virtue, and status. With Chinese carvings reaching the highest value. The best jade has a waxy, pearly appearance. Feeling cool and so smooth, it seems soft to the touch. Yet hard enough that pressure from a sharp knife will not leave a mark.
The most famous type of jade carved in China is from Burma, with shades of green, lavender, yellow, white and grey. These colors form over millions of years from minerals in the rock. Every piece of jade has a secret meaning. Discovering that meaning and the legends behind it is a very satisfying for those who practice this dying art.
Sodalite
Especially valuable for those in mental confusion – it helps rationalize decisions and calms the emotions. It also encourages self-expression, by uniting logical thought with the spirit and helping you realize that you don't have to do things the way you always have. And it’s been said that a piece of sodalite under the pillow can help you remember dreams.
Gemstone properties information taken from MrBead.com
If you have a design in mind how you'd like these beads to be used, just drop me a mail. Even if you don't wish to purchase it, but wish to be a designer, I'll be your sweatshop worker! I will credit you for the design, just drop me a mail at earringaddict@gmail.com Let's do something interesting for this year!
Love,
Dawne
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