Raw jade is jade in its truest form. Before polishing, before cutting, before mounting, there is this piece of rock, slightly rough to the touch on the outside, but which reveals a deep, silky green as soon as it is cut into or wetted. It is this duality between the raw exterior and the noble interior that has fascinated for millennia. Chinese sculptors spent months, sometimes years, working on a single block of raw jade to extract a figurine, a ritual bi disk, or a ceremonial vessel. They believed that the raw jade already contained the final artwork; their job was simply to reveal it. This is a philosophy that resonates with many stone enthusiasts today.
In lithotherapy, raw jade is particularly valued for its energy of harmony, wisdom, and prosperity in its most direct form. Placed in a room, it diffuses a gentle and constant balancing energy that harmonizes the atmosphere. On a desk, it supports decisions with lucidity and calm. Held in the hand during meditation, it helps connect to deep inner wisdom and cultivate patience. In the tradition of feng shui, raw jade placed in the southeast sector of a room (the wealth sector) is reputed to attract prosperity and abundance into the home.
For care, raw jade is one of the easiest stones to live with. A rinse with clear water and recharging in moonlight or gentle sunlight are sufficient. Its exceptional tenacity makes it almost indestructible; you can handle it, move it, hold it in your hand without special precautions.
