Read the article titled "jade hunter." which type of jade was used by many of the ancient cultures of central america? explain why this type of jade is unique when compared with other gems. which ancient culture is recognized as being the earliest jade workers in the new world? (site 1)

1. A type called "jadeite."

2. Jadeite is found in just 12 places around the world. It s unique because of its toughness and beauty.

3. The Olmecs are recognized as being the oldest culture in the New World to work with jade. The Olmecs are the oldest known major civilization of Mexico, and they lived roughly on the territory that is now the states of Veracruz and Tabasco.

christopher columbus (1492–1504)