The word "jade" encompasses two distinct gemstones: Jadeite (翡翠 Fěicuì) and Nephrite (和田玉 Hetian Jade). Jade has been cherished for over 7,000 years. It wasn’t until 1863 that gemologists discovered jade refers to two distinct minerals: jadeite and nephrite.

For thousands of years, jade has captivated humanity with its beauty, rarity, and enduring symbolism. More than a gemstone, jade is a cultural treasure woven into the history, philosophy, and artistic traditions of civilizations across the world.