Laughing Buddha (2 inch) - Canadian Jade

Over the years, the laughing Buddha has come to represent several beneficial attributes such as happiness, prosperity and contentment. Often known as "Happy Buddha’ or "Smiling Buddha’. this Buddha, made from Canadian Jade, is believed to bring you good luck and good fortune.

Nephrite jade is one of two different mineral species called jade. The other, jadeite which is much rarer may contain a wider variety of hues. Nephrite jade is mainly composed of grays and greens and occasionally yellows, whites and browns. Nephrite also has a number of other synonyms and varieties including: BC jade, Canadian jade, Lushan jade, beilstein, kidney stone, lapis nephriticus, nephrit and spinach jade.

Jade is a stone with a long history. Ancient Chinese symbolized it with courage, wisdom, justice and mercy. The soothing green colour of jade makes it a wonderful healing stone, which increases fertility and longevity. It is an emotional balancer that gives the feeling of peace, steadiness and nurturing.