It is said that in troubled times there is gold, and in prosperous times there is jade. Does jade really have investment value and collection value?

It is absolutely true that jewelry is a natural collectible. In the just concluded 2017 Spring Poly Hong Kong Auction, many jewelry items were sold at sky-high prices. Among them, jadeite items performed even more impressively. While it is amazing, it is not difficult to find that in recent years, the investment and collection value of jadeite has been on an upward trend.

The charm of jadeite - how great is the charm of jadeite?

In early 2017, on the banks of the Seine, "Magnolia Blossoms", "I like jade, jade is an important part of traditional Chinese culture," said Sophie Marceau. In addition to her, celebrities such as Juliette Binoche also appeared in high-end custom jade. It can be seen that the charm of jade in oriental culture has already impressed international fashion, and jade has become an indispensable part of high-end custom jewelry.

Even Warren Buffett, the stock god, is fascinated by the charm of jewelry. "Jewelry is an ancient industry that has developed safely for centuries, so it is a safe bet." As a leader in the jewelry category, jadeite, which has a long history and huge potential, is naturally the first choice of many jewelry investors.

The potential of jadeite - where does the potential of jadeite come from?

Scarcity is jade’s greatest potential. As a gem-grade jadeite, it is only produced in Myanmar in the world, and the reserves are very limited. The uniqueness of its structure and the complexity of its mineralization make jadeite impossible to be artificially produced and non-renewable. It can be said that every piece of high-end jadeite will be a priceless unique piece and a rare product in the future.

Beauty is the basis for jadeite to enter the ranks of international jewelry. Human beings appreciate beauty regardless of nationality, age or even gender. Jade's unique texture and color make it rich and varied. Its stunning appearance and strong artistic creativity are enough to conquer everyone's aesthetic taste.

Culturality is the additional potential that distinguishes jade from other jewelry. Thousands of years of jade culture can be condensed into four words: a gentleman is like jade. Jade represents virtue and is a symbol of status. Jade is spiritual and nourishes the body and mind. The rich cultural heritage is the endless mystery of Oriental jade.

When investing in and collecting artworks, historical value has always been the first choice. The rise of jade began in the Ming Dynasty and flourished in the Qing Dynasty, so some jade works from the Ming and Qing Dynasties and even the Republic of China often have very high value.

In addition, some jewelry collected by famous artists or worn by celebrities will also increase in value because of their storytelling and legendary colors.

Looking at the sky-high priced jadeite items in previous auctions, they all have one thing in common: they are all full of color, especially full green, or even imperial green. Therefore, high-end jadeite that meets the "rich, bright and even" color requirement will stand out among the items in the auction if it is paired with branded jewelry designs and inlaid. Selecting collections in this direction will better preserve and increase their value.

“People polish jade, jade polishes people. The life of jade is the life of people, and the soul of jade is the soul of people.” - Song Shiyi

Works by famous artists are also a collection that cannot be missed. As the saying goes, jade cannot be made into a useful object without being carved. Every piece of jade work, from the raw stone to the finished product, embodies the soul and efforts of the master. It not only has a beautiful shape and exquisite inherited craftsmanship, but also has profound ideological connotations and melodious cultural charm. It is a classic being created and will become more mellow as time goes by.

In addition, jade comes in many varieties and does not have strict grading standards like other gems, leaving room for variable value. As the times change and preferences change, some non-full green jade, such as violet and black jade, also have room for appreciation. Of course, this will test one's personal vision.

"From a practical point of view, jade is an ideal investment tool. First, its value lies in its scarcity and artistic design. Second, compared with other artworks, jewelry has lower investment risk, because every province in China now has an authoritative professional gem appraisal agency, and the appraisal standards and methods are more scientific and objective. Third, jade, diamonds and colored gems are easier to preserve, carry and circulate than famous wines, calligraphy and paintings, antiques, etc.

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