White Xiuyan Jade Elephant Carving - 4"

Beautiful white Xiuyan jade elephant carving weighing 1.7lbs

 Composition and Where it's Found: Xiuyan jade is primarily a type of serpentine mineral, though some varieties can contain nephrite. It is composed mainly of calcium magnesium iron silicate and magnesium iron silicate hydroxide, with some variations also containing antigorite.

As its name suggests, Xiuyan jade is primarily found in Xiuyan County, Liaoning Province, in northeastern China. This region is renowned for its abundant deposits of this unique "jade."