08/05/2026
Jadeite, the Oriental Treasure, it has a more vitreous shine compared to nephrite which has a more resinous lustre. The finest quality of jadeite is almost transparent-- translucent with a vibrant emerald green colour and is known as the “Imperial Jade”. In the market, jadeite is often treated with bleach or dye, but continual wearing of processed jadeite may cause adverse health effects.
For centuries, jadeite has been a symbol of wealth, health and protection in the Chinese culture. Jadeite is a treasure believed to protect and bring the wearer wealth along with good fortune. According to the records of “Compendium of Materia Medica”, jadeite “removes moderate heat, relieves troubles, helps the voice and throat, nourishes hair, nourishes the five internal organs, calms the soul, soothes blood vessels as well as improves the eyes and ears”. Jadeite has trace elements which are believed to be transferrable to the wearer, making up for whatever the wearer’s body lacks and improving their health.
被誉为“东方瑰宝”的翡翠是硬玉的一种,相较和田玉而言,翡翠表面具有油亮的玻璃观感,颜色鲜艳,而最受人们欢迎的仍是一种被称为“帝王绿”的翠绿色。市面上翡翠常见的处理方式包括对其漂白及染色,长期佩戴经加工的翡翠可对健康造成不良影响。
自古以来,东方人相信玉石翡翠带有防护作用,可以帮助避开意外。另外,根据中医理论,翡翠具有“除中热、解烦闷、润心肺、助声喉、滋毛发、养五脏、疏血脉、明耳目”的功能,且其具备的微量元素可通过佩戴进入人体,补足人体所缺,让佩戴者拥有更好的健康状态。