Jade: water, sunlight and care
Our sources do not confirm that Jade is safe in water, so running-water cleansing is not suggested. Jade can fade in sunlight, so keep it out of direct sun.
Jade at a glance
| What it is | Jadeite or nephrite |
|---|---|
| Hardness (Mohs) | 6–7 of 10 |
| Water | Not confirmed by our sources |
| Sunlight | Dyed jade can fade. |
| Good to know | Sold with A/B/C-type processing; serpentine is sold as “jade”. |
How to care for Jade
- Moonlight: In tradition, stones are left in moonlight overnight, especially around the full moon.
- Sound: In tradition, a bell or a singing bowl is rung near the stone.
- Our sources do not confirm that Jade is safe in water, so running-water cleansing is not suggested.
- Jade can fade in sunlight; keep it out of direct sun.
- Sunlight cleansing is not suggested for any stone: many fade, and a missing record does not mean a stone is sun-safe.
- Salt is not suggested: it can harm porous and soft stones.
Questions
Is Jade safe in water?
Our sources do not confirm that Jade is safe in water, so running-water cleansing is not suggested.
Can Jade go in the sun?
Jade can fade in sunlight; keep it out of direct sun.
How hard is Jade?
Jade is 6–7 on the Mohs scale of 10.
Sources
- gia.eduAccessed 14 October 2026
- geology.comAccessed 14 October 2026
- gemsociety.orgAccessed 14 October 2026
- gemsociety.orgAccessed 14 October 2026
- geology.comAccessed 14 October 2026