Myanmar's Kachin State is believed to hold up to 90% of the world's most valuable jade.
Demand for it is growing in China, where the stone is considered sacred.
But hunting for it is one of the most dangerous jobs in the world, and many end up trapped, addicted to the heroin they say replaces their wages.
This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers.
Become an Insider and start reading now.
Organizations:
Business
Locations:
Kachin State, China