Serpentine jade is the earliest jade variety recognized and utilized by human beings. A large number of serpentine jades have been unearthed from the Neolithic cultural sites in China about 7,000 years ago, which is the jade variety with the longest history, the largest output, the widest origin and the most extensive use in China. Whether it is a bustling metropolis or a remote town, whether it is a high-end jewelry store or a street stall, there are different grades of serpentine jade carvings on display.

A large number of jade pillows sold in shops are also made of serpentine jade, which can soothe the nerves, dredge meridians and smooth qi and blood. There are many producing areas of serpentine jade, and the mineral composition of serpentine jade from different producing areas is different, which leads to obvious differences in physical properties such as color, thus forming different jade varieties.

Shiyu variety

Xiuyu, produced in Xiuyan County, Liaoning Province. Jade has many colors, but most of them are yellow-green, and jade has good transparency.

Southern jade, produced in Xinxuan County, Guangdong Province. Jade has beautiful patterns, delicate texture and dark green or light green color.

Jiuquan jade, produced in Jiuquan, Gansu. Emerald is dark green with black spots or lumps, and is famous for making luminous cups.

Kunlun jade, produced in Kunlun Mountain area of Xinjiang, is often associated with nephrite, with a light color, generally light green and colorless.

Han Guoyu, produced in Korea, is yellow or light yellow in color.

Taiwanyu is produced in Hualien County, Taiwan Province Province. Emerald is grass green-dark green with black spots or stripes.

Luchuanyu, produced in Luchuan County, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. Emerald has two colors, one is emerald green with light white patterns-dark green; The second is blue and white-white. It has silky luster and contains tremolite mineral components.