Yuhua Stone

The Yuhua stone (Chinese: 雨花石; pinyin: yuhua shi; lit. 'rain flower stone') is a special kind of stone found in Nanjing, China, due to the unique geology of the area. Yuhua stones, or pebbles, are of sedimentary origin and consist of minerals including quartz and other silicates. They are found in the Yangtze River, polished smooth by the action of water. Colors include red, rose, yellow, green, and white.

Yuhua Stone

The Yuhua stone (Chinese: 雨花石; pinyin: yuhua shi; lit. 'rain flower stone') is a special kind of stone found in Nanjing, China, due to the unique geology of the area. Yuhua stones, or pebbles, are of sedimentary origin and consist of minerals including quartz and other silicates. They are found in the Yangtze River, polished smooth by the action of water. Colors include red, rose, yellow, green, and white.