«Yü» was the word used by the Chinese to connote this stone, for them it meant «treasure», known as a symbol of nobility, perfection and immortality. In ancient cultures, dating back more than 5,000 years, black jade was used as an amulet that brought luck and good fortune.
For the Mesoamerican peoples, this stone contained great power and elegance, therefore, in the rituals they carved in it, the gods that they praised or also utensils to adorn them. It was believed that this gem had the power of eternal life, so they also made an appearance at burial ceremonies, but for these, they were carved as masks. In this culture, black jade was thought to have a mystical connection to the universe, so people had the stone inlaid in their teeth, with the intention of psychologically persuading anyone who heard of it.
The pre-Hispanic also considered that black jade carried within itself the highest energies of the supreme universe, for them it was even more valuable than gold, but the industry of this gem declined with the arrival of the Spanish.
This color of jade is one of the most difficult to find, it can only be found in four parts of the world: Burma, California, Japan and Guatemala. In the latter, the richest deposit in the world is found, specifically in the Motagua River. It is not only the place with the highest extraction of this stone, it is also the only one where the other two strangest colors are found due to their composition, the «rainbow» jade and the «galactic gold», the second is composed of gold and platinum.
Most semi-precious stones have healing and beneficial properties for the body, black jade is no exception. Some of the great attributes of this gem are:
- Helps reduce stress levels; It charges the body with positive energy and drives away tiredness, making the person feel revitalized and without exhausting vibes inside.
- It is a good support to overcome the loss of loved ones; since it gives us strength and emotional stability, as well as patience and wisdom to know how to move forward in this type of circumstance.
Although it is one of the most expensive jades, its properties make it worthwhile. It should be given the respect and importance it deserves, among other gems. The use of it will bring happiness, success and power to our lives.