- Jade contains a variety of the mineral such as silicon, magnesium, iron, calcium and oxygen.
- The chapter Jin-Shi (gold stone) in Compendium of Materia Medica (Bencao Gangmu ) states that jade could release stomach heat, enhance heart function, benefit a tonic for the five organs, appease the nerves, strengthen blood vessels, and enlightens eyesight and improve hearing.
- Jade is said to dispel evil and bad luck and thus those longevous emperors in ancient China all had favorite in the use of jade pillows.
Fine jade is an emblem of pureness, smoothness and gentleness.
Fine jade is a blessing of luck, wealth and safety.
