nephrite
Neph"rite, n. Etym: [Cf. F. néphrite. See Nephritis.] (Min.) Defn: A hard compact mineral, of a dark green color, formerly worn as a remedy for diseases of the kidneys, whence its name; kidney stone; a kind of jade. See Jade.
Neph"rite, n. Etym: [Cf. F. néphrite. See Nephritis.] (Min.) Defn: A hard compact mineral, of a dark green color, formerly worn as a remedy for diseases of the kidneys, whence its name; kidney stone; a kind of jade. See Jade.