Jade

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A faceted jade

Jade refers to a variety of largely green-hued minerals, often used as sculpting material.

History

A Mayan sun deity's head carved from jade

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Both the Mayas and the Aztecs used jade as a decorative stone, whence they carved into various shapes, or used as part of mosaics.

In China, jade was considered to be a symbol of good fortune, same as pigs.

18th century

During the Golden Age of Piracy in the West Indies, jade was desired for its value by lots of people, including pirates, and soldiers. In search of carved jade, they were not above raiding Mayan temples, or offering rewards for it.

A kukri with a jade blade

19th century

In the Victorian era, jade was used occasionally in the crafting of weapons, namely in the blades of kukris and cane-swords .

Behind the scenes

Jade Raymond, a Canadian video game executive, worked as the Producer of Assassin's Creed, and as the Executive Producer of Assassin's Creed II.

Gallery

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  A ceremonial death mask of an Aztec ruler made of jade
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  A Chinese pig amulet

Appearances

• Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag
• Assassin's Creed: Pirates
• Assassin's Creed: Rogue
• Assassin's Creed: Syndicate
• Assassin's Creed: Origins
• Assassin's Creed: The Imperial Jade Seal