Understanding the art of jade inlay and experiencing the beauty of icing on the cake

Understanding the art of jade inlay and experiencing the beauty of icing on the cake

Inlay is a craft term. Inlay means to stick to the surface, and embed means to sandwich in the middle. Inlay means to inlay jade on the jewelry mount after the jewelry casting is molded, so that it becomes a complete jade jewelry.

Glass-type clear water inlaid white gold diamond gold buckle string bean pendant

18k white gold inlaid ice clear water year after year abundant pendant

The inlay of jade is a craft that requires very high technical skills. It is usually inlaid with 18k gold, rose gold, platinum, supplemented by diamonds, rubies, sapphires and other colored gemstones, and inlaid with jade to form jade jewelry of various shapes and styles.

Icy violet/emerald white gold diamond necklace

The exquisite jade inlay craftsmanship can highlight the charm of jade. The texture of the metal blends harmoniously with the jade, echoing the emerald green color of the jade, highlighting a fashionable atmosphere and charm. The metal itself also protects the jade.

Ice green diamond necklace/ring/earrings in white gold

Ice Green Diamond Pendant in White Gold

Larger jade stones are usually set with the bezel technique, revealing a classical temperament, while smaller ones are set with claws, which is particularly modern and popular among young people.

White gold diamond icy green Guanyin pendant

Waxy Ice Green Guanyin Pendant with Platinum Diamond

Waxy ice emerald green inlaid with white gold diamond drop earrings

A unique brooch inlaid with black gold, ice glass, colorless/glutinous ice, Yang green

Some of the ornaments used for inlaying jade are relatively thin and small. Through inlaying and supplemented with gold and diamonds, its overall shape is rounded and full, and its appearance and value are also improved.

White gold and diamond ice violet/green clear water earrings

White gold diamond icy green ring



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