Jade is also divided into different grades. Check out which grade your jade is!

According to the type of jade, it can be divided into 4 levels

When it comes to the types of jade, jade fans may think of familiar names such as glass, ice, and glutinous. However, these names do not have a clear definition standard. They are just common terms in the jade industry, so they cannot be used as "grading standards" in valuation.

In fact, the "type" of jade , that is, the size of the jade crystal particles and the relationship between these particles, is the important factor in determining the variety of jade , and therefore the following grading standards are formulated:

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The key to the quality of a piece of jade lies in its origin, that is, whether it is good enough. Jade with good quality is also valuable. Therefore, there is a saying that "experts look at the quality, laymen look at the color".

Species refers to the texture of jade material. The "species" of jade can be understood as the "genes" of jade. Generally, jade is classified according to the size of the mineral crystal particles inside. There are several types of jade, including glass type, ice type, glutinous type, bean type, etc. The glass type is the best, and anything below the bean type is very average.

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When buying jade, few people bring a magnifying glass, so it can only be observed with the naked eye. Therefore, the " graininess " of jade jewelry is a more intuitive valuation factor. The weaker the graininess, the more delicate the structure and the higher the quality.

According to the water head of jadeite, it can be divided into 5 levels

The "water head" of jade refers to its transparency, which is an extremely important indicator in determining the price of jade. Jadeite with full water content looks watery and very clear and crystal; whereas jadeite with poor water content looks dull, dry and flat, and has no vitality.

According to the quality of "water head", jade can be divided into 5 grades:

"Water" refers to the phenomenon that light is reflected and refracted on the surface of jade, making jade look "watery". We in the industry often talk about "quality and water". The quality is the base of water, which makes the quality more transparent. The quality of a piece of jade can be seen intuitively from whether it has enough water. The water head of jade includes two aspects: the transparency of jade and the glossiness of the surface.

Look at the transparency, that is, the coarseness of the crystal particles inside the jade. The depth that light can penetrate into the jade is also called "a little water". Generally speaking, if the transparency of jade is relatively high, it is called "not long head", and if the transparency of jade is relatively poor, it is called "short water head". Jade with good transparency will also have good gloss.

According to the color of jadeite, it can be divided into 6 levels

Experts use "thirty-six waters, seventy-two beans, and one hundred and eight colors" to express the many colors of jade. The most common ones are green, white, yellow, purple, etc. Among them, "green" is the most popular in the market.

When it comes to green jadeite, it is important to have positive, bright, rich and harmonious qualities . "Zheng" means that the green is pure and without any other colors; "Yang" means that the green is vivid and bright; "Nong" means that the green is full and heavy; "He" means that the green is evenly distributed.

1. The most expensive and best quality green jadeite - Imperial Green

Imperial Green Jadeite, named for its extremely rich color, is the best quality jadeite. It is produced in small quantities but has a high value. It is often seen in auction houses and private collectors. Imperial green is the best, rarest and most expensive color of jade.

2. High-grade green jadeite - Yang Green Jadeite

The green color of Yang Green Jadeite is bright, uniform and translucent. Compared with Imperial Green, it is not as deep as Imperial Green, but it is brighter and more translucent.

3. Mid-to-high-end green jadeite: Apple green jadeite

Apple green jade is a precious jade. The environment in which it is formed in nature is extremely harsh. The existing mineral resources are scarce, and the amount of mining and production is very limited, which causes its price to remain high.

4. Ordinary green jadeite – bean green jadeite

The texture of bean green jadeite is slightly rough and slightly transparent. It is the most common color of green. Its price is much lower than that of Yang Green and Apple Green. Many bean green jadeites of ordinary materials can be bought for a few thousand yuan.

According to the carving of jadeite, it can be divided into 4 types

As the saying goes, jade cannot be made into a useful object without being carved. Every piece of jade must be carved. Carving is a perfect transformation for jade. Teacher Wang said that there is a saying in the jade industry that "three parts material and seven parts work".

The "work" here refers to carving. We often call jade carving the art of walking on the edge of a knife, which shows the importance of carving. Good materials and good workmanship, the sculptors' ingenious craftsmanship that has been "refined" through thousands of hammers needs you to discover and appreciate. She is alive and warm in front of you, and it is not just reflected in the price.

Speaking of grades, it is impossible to make detailed classifications for something as subjective as "carving", so it is roughly divided into 4 grades:

According to the flaws of jadeite, it can be divided into 4 levels

Jade is a natural jade and will have various flaws to a greater or lesser extent , such as cotton wool, cracks, etc. Therefore, according to the defects, jade can also be divided into 4 grades:

Recognize the misunderstanding, I want the perfect jade

There is no flawless jade in the world. The so-called "impurities" are all signs of natural jade. Jade is a natural mineral and will have some natural "impurities". If you observe carefully, you will find that there are some textures and streaks inside the jade. These are the "stone flowers" and "asbestos" of jade.

As for this kind of impurities, as long as they do not affect the beauty of the jade, there is no need to be picky and they can be ignored. Besides, impurities are also a sign of identifying the authenticity of jadeite?

When looking at a piece of jade, one should not pick out impurities carefully, but rather look at a few major aspects, looking for the most valuable aspects - good type, good color, and good shape, which are extremely rare.

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