What are the methods and techniques of jadeite inlay? What are the benefits of inlaying jadeite products?

For Chinese people, jade is both a high-end luxury item and a popular accessory. The difference lies not only in the quality of the jade material, but also in the added value given to it by later processing and inlaying! The exquisite jade inlay craftsmanship combines Eastern classics with Western fashion elements, which can further highlight the charm of jade. The metallic luster blends harmoniously into it, contrasting with the emerald green, exuding an elegant and fashionable atmosphere. Next let’s talk about the methods and techniques of jade inlay craftsmanship and what are the benefits of inlaying jade products?

Jade inlay uses precious metals such as gold and silver as the base, and the jade is inlaid on the base through exquisite inlay craftsmanship and the designer's inspiration and creativity. Generally speaking, jade inlay can be divided into two categories: creative inlay and craft inlay.

Creative setting: that is, winning with creativity. Jade, as an important part of realizing design creativity, is combined together in a certain way to become a complete creative jade jewelry. Creative jade jewelry cannot be separated from careful design ideas.

Craft inlay: Most of them are for protecting jade and increasing the beauty of jade jewelry. This type of inlay is generally simpler, but it is widely used! Let’s take a look at the methods and techniques involved in jade inlay craftsmanship!

1. Claw setting method (grasp setting method): Claws refer to the small fine teeth welded on the ring setting, and the fine teeth can also be machined from the ring setting. The claws are used to press the edge of the stone tightly, so it is called claw setting method. It is generally divided into four claws, six claws, and double eight claws.

2. Forced setting method (slot setting method): No hooks are used, but the gems are tightly arranged. The metal claws are completely invisible, just like sewing with thread, and the gems are set one by one along the gap. The basic method is to drill straight and parallel small grooves on the ring setting, and the gems are set in the grooves. This setting method is most suitable for bar-shaped or long gems.

3. Nail setting method (hard setting method): The nail is shaped like a claw, and is a small flat-top "nail" that can press down the edge of the gemstone from the ring setting. The nail rivets the gemstone, and the nail cannot be welded on separately. When using the nail setting method, you must pay attention to the fact that the gemstone should not be too deep or too shallow, and it should be coordinated and symmetrical with the ring setting. There are three types of nail setting methods: four-nail setting, diagonal nail setting and dense nail setting.

What are the benefits of inlaying finished jade products?

1. The style is beautiful and it will be more upscale after being inlaid (after all, jade is unique);

2. Increase in value. As we all know, the materials used to set jadeite are generally 18K rose gold or platinum. In addition to jadeite, there are also some special inlays that use colored gemstones or other colors of jadeite.

3. Each inlaid product is the result of the painstaking efforts of jewelry designers. They are all tailor-made for the jade itself and come in a variety of styles. Buyers only need to consider factors such as price and style.

Modern people's demands and aesthetic standards for jade jewelry have also changed a lot. The perfect combination of jade, gold and silver has given this traditional ornament a new vitality, revealing a retro and Chinese style, as well as a sense of fashion!

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