A brief history of jade:
Compared to other gemstones,jade is the most widely recognized and the most expensive in China,it has a history of thousands of years of beloved.In ancient times it was a symbol of power and status,only the royal family could have it,they inlaid jade in the crown and the sword,made into rings,necklaces,pendants to wear on the body,even made jade into tableware,teacups,pipes and other daily supplies,the emperors of each dynasty used a seal made of jade as their personal signature as a way to demonstrate their supremacy.Nowadays,jade has entered every household in China,and almost every Chinese has more than one piece of jewelry made of jade,people give it more and more special meanings.
What jade can bring:
In traditional Chinese culture,jade is regarded as a mascot that can ward off evil spirits and keep you safe.It is believed that wearing jade will prevent bad things from happening and bless oneself with peace and health.Therefore,on some special occasions or major festivals,such as weddings and New Year’s,people will give jade to their elders,wives,husbands,and children to express their most sincere blessings.
There is an old Chinese saying that “谦谦君子，温文如玉”，it means “A humble gentleman is as gentle as jade”,it is believed that wearing jade can help improve temperament and self-cultivation,the texture of jade is warm and soft,giving people a sense of elegance and restraint.People who wear jade for a long time will be unconsciously affected by its temperament and become more elegant,confident and calm.At the same time,wearing it can also show a person’s cultural literacy and aesthetic taste.
It is also believed that wearing jade is good for health.Jade is rich in a variety of trace elements and minerals,the human skin will selectively absorb these trace elements,long-term wear can promote blood circulation,enhance immunity.The magnetic energy of jade can be reconciled with the energy of the human body,so that the “氣” in the human body can reach a state of balance and detachment,and relieve the fatigue and discomfort of the body.
Lucky Gems:
In a way, the jade culture of the East is strikingly similar to the crystal culture of the West,and as a gift from nature,people love them not only because of their beautiful texture and rich colors,but also as a bridge to the universe.It is believed that different energies that can enhance the wearer’s fortune,the difference is that crystals mostly distinguish energy by color,and jade mostly distinguish energy by carved images,such as Guanyin represents purification,Pixiu represents wealth.(A specific introduction to these images can be found in other blogs on the site)In summary,jade is the “lucky crystal” of oriental,even if there is no complex shape of jade,it is itself the embodiment of luck.
