Jade is the official state gem of Alaska, designated in 1968 [1]. The State of Alaska notes that the state has large jade deposits, including an entire mountain of jade on the Seward Peninsula [2].
| Symbol | State gem |
|---|---|
| Gem | Jade |
| Designated | 1968 |
| Notable deposit | A mountain of jade on the Seward Peninsula (per the State of Alaska) |
Designation
The list of Alaska state symbols gives 1968 as the year jade became the state gem [1]. The same list gives gold as the state mineral, also in 1968 [1].
Jade in Alaska
The State of Alaska describes the state as having large jade deposits, including an entire mountain of jade on the Seward Peninsula [2].
FAQs
What is the Alaska state gem? Jade [1].
When was jade named the state gem? The list of state symbols gives 1968 [1].
Where is jade found in Alaska? The State of Alaska points to a mountain of jade on the Seward Peninsula [2].
Sources
Key facts
- Designated in 1968
- Large deposits on the Seward Peninsula
Quick checkWhat is the Alaska state gem?Show answer
Jade, designated in 1968.
Sources
- Wikipedia. List of Alaska state symbols (accessed 2026-11-14)
- State of Alaska. State Symbols (Alaska Kids) (accessed 2026-11-14)
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