Soo Chow Jade Pendant

A Soo chow jade pendant will appeal to collectors of serpentine and jade jewelry. While Soo Chow jade is not true jade, it shares many of many of jade's characteristics and symbolism. Soo Chow jade is a more affordable alternative to grade A jade. Soo Chow jade pendants are also easier to find than jade pendants. If you enjoy jade jewelry, you will also like Soo Chow jade.

About Soo Chow Jade

Soo Chow jade is not jade. The gem stone is actually the mineral bowenite, a type of serpentine from the antigorite family. Bowenite can be found in China, Afghanistan, New Zealand, South Africa and the USA. It was named bowenite after George T. Bowen, who first studied the unusual serpentine stone in 1822. The most famous bowenite is found in the Soochow region of China, which led to the name Soo Chow jade.

Soo Chow jade comes in many shades of green that resemble jade. Shades range from dark hunter green to a yellow-green. Soo chow jade is a desirable gem stone for jewelry because it closely resembles jade yet it is more accessible and affordable. In fact, some experts have trouble distinguishing between nephrite jade and Soo Chow jade.

Soo Chow Jade and Serpentine Symbolism

Soo Chow jade is associated with the symbolism for serpentine and jade. Since Soo Chow jade is a type of serpentine, the association with serpentine symbolism is stronger. People who buy Soo Chow jade for metaphysical reasons are usually interested in the serpentine symbolism.

Serpentine is a symbol of the following:

• Health, especially health later in life
• Longevity
• Respect for the elderly
• Wisdom
• Knowledge
• Remembrance
• Help for remembering past lives

Since many people buy Soo Chow jade, confusing it with jade, they often attribute jade symbolism to the jewelry. Jade symbolism includes the following:

• Good fortune
• Good health
• Healing power
• Longevity
• Fertility
• Love
• Wisdom
• Talisman against evil spirits
• Wards away bad luck
• Abundant crops and fruitful harvest seasons
• Promotes wealth and good business

Soo Chow Jade Pendant Types

Jewelry artists create many different types of jewelry out of Soo Chow jade because of the beauty of the vibrant green stone and how it naturally fits well into so many designs. Many different pendant designs are available. Soo Chow jade pendant designs include:

• Animal figures: You can find many different types of animal figures such as owls, lions, bears, eagles, hummingbirds and wolves are available.
• Floral designs: Soo Chow jade comes in a variety of floral designs including roses, floral bouquets and orchids.
• Chinese letters: Pendants of Chinese letters also add an authentic touch to Soo Chow jade's origins.

• Chinese symbols: Pendants of Chinese cultural symbols are also sold.
• Hearts: Hearts made of Soo Chow jade are also popular.
• Zodiac signs: Some metaphysical stores sell astrological sign pendants made out of Soo Chow jade.
• Musical symbols: You can find Soo Chow jade musical symbols such as music notes, trumpets and harps.
• Alphabetical letters: Some pendants feature a letter of the alphabet. These pendants are typically used as initials for a first name.
• Artistic designs: A large number of pendants feature an artistic design that follows traditional or modern jewelry trends.
• Religious symbols: Religious symbols such as Christian crosses, Buddha figures and praying hands are examples of available pendants.

Where to Buy Soo Chow Jade Jewelry

You can find Soo Chow jade jewelry at local jewelers, jewelry departments of large stores, art fairs and online. Check out small stores on college campuses that sell folk jewelry, symbolic jewelry or metaphysical items. The following online retailers sell Soo Chow jade jewelry:

• Asian Ideas: Asian Ideas has a several Chinese symbol pendants.
• Storm Rising Designs: The artist sells a unique pendant necklace made with Soo Chow jade and serpentine.
• Bella Luna Designs: Bella Luna Design's Etsy shop has a heart-shaped pendant made from Soo Chow jade.
• Magpie Gemstones: Magpie Gemstones has an artistically carved pendant.
• Ruby Lane: Ruby Lane offers vintage and gently used pendants made from Soo Chow jade.
• Ebay: eBay is a good place to check for unique Soo Chow jade jewelry.

Soo Chow jade jewelry is a good option for people who like serpentine and jade jewelry. The similarity in appearance and symbolism between the gem stones give shoppers many more jewelry choices. People who are having trouble locating reasonably priced jade pendants, will also appreciate the affordable alternative. The beauty, availability and affordability of Soo Chow jade will win over many jewelry shoppers.

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