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Jade is a given name derived from the ornamental stone jade which is used in artwork and in jewellery making. The name is derived from the Spanish piedra de la ijada which means stone of the colic. There was a belief that when jade was placed on the stomach it could cure colic in babies. The stone is greatly valued in Asian countries. Confucius believed it had properties encouraging purity bravery and honesty.
