Jade: From Ancient Reverence to Modern Resurgence

Every civilization that has ever known jade has revered it. Across multiple continents and spanning thousands of years, jade has been known by countless names including "Stone of Heaven" by the Chinese, "Stone of Kings" by the Mesoamericans, "Pounamu" by the New Zealand Maori, and was even described by a Chinese emperor as "Poetry without words." Now, in 2026, jade and its culture are seeing a resurgence. There is no better time than now to learn about jade's fascinating history, it's present, and it's future. Join Jordan Wentz, an independent sales representative for Mason-Kay Jade and Jewels of the Trade YouTube channel creator, as she discusses the most treasured gemstone in human history. Lecture – 2:00 p.m. – 60 minutes