What Is This Stone?

This polished egg is carved from genuine Canadian Nephrite Jade — a dense, fibrous silicate prized for its deep forest-green color and extraordinary toughness. Available in five sizes (0.75" to 2.0"), each egg is shaped and polished from natural, untreated stone. No two are identical in color, patterning, or inclusions.

Geological Profile

Mineral: Nephrite — a calcium magnesium iron silicate of the amphibole group; distinct from the rarer Jadeite variety
Hardness: 6–6.5 on the Mohs scale; its interlocking fibrous microstructure makes it one of the toughest natural stones
Color: Deep to medium forest green with natural black inclusions and subtle variation throughout
Formation: Formed through regional metamorphism in ancient mountain belts; often found near serpentinite and schist zones
Origin: British Columbia, Canada — one of the world's premier sources of gem-quality Nephrite Jade
Finish: Fully polished egg form; smooth surface reveals the stone's natural depth and translucency

Historical & Cultural Significance

Ancient China: Nephrite was the original yù — the "Stone of Heaven" — used for ritual blades, burial suits, and imperial seals for over 7,000 years
Māori culture: Known as pounamu (greenstone), Nephrite holds deep spiritual significance in New Zealand as a symbol of status, protection, and ancestral connection
Mesoamerica: Jade eggs and carved forms were used in fertility rites and offerings across pre-Columbian cultures
Modern wellness: The jade egg practice has roots in ancient Taoist traditions focused on feminine energy cultivation and pelvic floor awareness

Metaphysical & Energetic Properties

Abundance: One of the oldest prosperity talismans across cultures — draws wealth, opportunity, and sustained good fortune
Heart Chakra: Deeply aligned with the heart center; supports emotional balance, self-worth, and compassion
Grounding: Anchors abundance energy into practical, real-world outcomes rather than wishful thinking
Fertility & Creativity: The egg form amplifies themes of new beginnings, creative potential, and generative energy