Ximi Dan

Ximi Dan

　　A type of black ore produced in Malaysia, said to be found around tin mines. It is harder than glass and can scratch it, and is opaque. It is believed to have the function of shocking and preventing radiation.

　　　　Also known as "calming stone," it can promote blood circulation, has no radiation effect, yet offers a calming influence. It is a favorite ornament among Malaysians and people from Southeast Asia. Legend has it that it can ward off evil, bring blessings, and resolve misfortunes. It is considered the essence of tin ore. As tin ore is buried deep underground and absorbs the spiritual energy of nature over a long period, it condenses into gemstones shaped like bile, hence the name "Ximi Dan" (literally "Tin Bile"). It is said that when children cry and cannot sleep at night, wearing Ximi Dan can have a calming effect. Therefore, it is known as the "calming black gem."

　　　　The nine local rulers take turns residing in the Kuala Lumpur palace every five years. This palace was originally built by a Chinese man who made his fortune by discovering tin mines. A lot of this Ximi Dan was used in its construction. The air in the royal garden feels different from the outside, and those who are ill and live there for a few years reportedly recover—supposedly due to the presence of this Ximi Dan...