Is it better to have jade inlaid or as a loose stone? You will know after reading it

When it comes to buying jade, whether to choose loose stones or inlaid finished products, I think most of my friends have different opinions. Some people like the simplicity of loose stones, while others like the fashion of inlaid ones.

Come, move your stool and listen to me talk about the difference between loose stones and inlaid pieces in jade.

Ingenious craftsmanship - carvings

As the name suggests, loose stone pieces are jadeite that have not been inlaid but only polished and carved. Loose stone pieces can also be divided into carved pieces and uncarved pieces . We often hear a phrase that I believe everyone is very familiar with, that is, "If jade is not carved, it will not become a useful object" , so Teacher Mo Mo first talks about the meaning of carvings .

Jade culture is a culture that has been inherited in my country for thousands of years. Our ancestors especially liked to draw or carve various patterns on daily objects, giving the objects living meanings: auspiciousness and blessings.

The magic of nature gave birth to the vitality of jade. Jade carving pays attention to auspicious meanings. Although it strives to be simple and plain, "the picture must have meaning, and the meaning must be auspicious" is the essence of China's thousand-year-old jade culture. Therefore, jade carving is of vital importance.

Carving is a perfect transformation for jade. Teacher Mo Mo said that there is a saying in the jade industry that "30% material and 70% 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' "honed" craftsmanship, need you to discover and appreciate. She is alive and warm in front of you, and it is not just reflected in the price.

There is a legend in the jade carving world, which is the second life that carving brings to jade, like a nirvana rebirth.

The beauty of nature - wood carvings

Uncarved pieces are also called "plain pieces", which are relative to "carved pieces". They refer to the use of the natural shape of the jade itself without any carvings, that is, its most authentic appearance, returning to the most natural and undecorated state of jade. Such finished jade products are "uncarved pieces".

This is not a carving, it is not limited to the type of jade, for example, it can be jadeite, Hetian jade, or other natural jade; it is not limited to the type of finished product, for example, it can be a bracelet, it can be a bead, or it can be a pendant.

What are the non-carved parts?

First of all, uncarved items are not limited to pendants, it covers a very wide range. The most common ones are bracelets. The smooth and uncarved bracelets are all uncarved items. Another example is beads, which are 360 ​​degrees round and undecorated, so they are also uncarved items. Egg-shaped surfaces and gourds used for inlay are also uncarved items. For example, finger rings, rings, and plain round rings are also uncarved items.

Most of the pendants that are undecorated and have smooth surfaces are uncarved. The most typical examples of these are: peace lockets, peace pendants, plain round pendants, etc., which are also uncarved. Among them, the peace locket and the peace plaque are the most rare and have the highest requirements for raw materials. There are also some fixed carved shapes among the pendants, such as Ruyi, leaves, and beans, which are semi-carved pieces, and some are also classified as non-carved pieces.

The requirements for the material of jade to be made into uncarved pieces are very high, which means that the value of jade that can be made into uncarved pieces is extremely high. Natural jade is, after all, also a stone, a masterpiece of nature. Can you imagine what the original appearance of a piece of stone is like? Nine out of ten natural jades have cracks. Every piece of raw stone has cracks before it is mined, and is accompanied by various defects. Therefore, to take a flawless piece from the raw stone itself means preciousness and rarity.

It is also because of this that the price of large uncarved items is very high. For example, bracelets are large items and are very difficult to make. Many jade lovers always care too much about tiny flaws on the bracelets. In fact, it does not affect the actual use at all. Otherwise, it would have been excluded in the rough material stage and could not be made into bracelets. What are retained are some tiny flaws that do not affect the use, and this is the natural beauty of jade!

Jewelry-Inlays

Every piece of jewelry we see is sparkling and shining, with a variety of shapes and styles, perfectly interpreting beauty, fashion and classicism.

It looks very beautiful, right? Some people may wonder: Why does jade need to be inlaid? Is the jade not good, so it is packaged in inlays?

The inlay craft is a product that conforms to fashion trends and modern needs. When combined with K gold, diamonds or other jewelry, it makes the entire jade more dazzling and noble. In addition, jade inlay can better protect jade jewelry and effectively reduce damage caused by external factors. The jade embedded in it can also prevent it from falling off and keep the bottom clean.

In terms of shape, the design of jade inlaid jewelry can be combined with traditional auspicious things, in addition to choosing auspicious patterns and words that are common to people. On this basis, we can also make some abstract designs to make the accessories more modern and thus be accepted by more young consumers.

Finally, there are excellent inlaid stones. Modern jade inlays use jade as the main stone and are embellished with diamonds, colored gems, and K gold. Through the shining, dazzling, and blurred light, it highlights the rich, luxurious, delicate and charming nature of jade. It organically combines tradition and modernity, classic and fashion, and represents the fashion and popular trends of jade. The main inlay styles include rings, earrings, pendants, necklaces, bracelets, brooches, etc.

The pros and cons of jadeite loose stones and inlays

Jadeite Loose Stone

profit:

1. Relatively intuitive. With the naked eye, you can see whether there are any flaws inside, so you can choose the jade style that you are satisfied with.

2. Nourishing and moisturizing. The loose jade is in direct contact with the skin, and the oil and sweat in the skin can moisturize the jade.

3.Personal customization. Some jade lovers do not like the popular inlay styles. Buying loose stones can not only directly test the value of a piece of jade, but also allow them to choose their favorite styles and make their own jewelry.

Disadvantages:

1. It takes time to buy the jade you like. Nowadays, the jade market is large, with abundant products and complicated styles, making it easy to be dazzled.

2. You need to find a design company, which is troublesome for some jade lovers. They may choose to inlay the jade as a gift or in urgent need.

Jadeite Inlay

profit:

1. Beautiful. The inlay craft is a product that conforms to fashion trends and modern needs. Combined with K gold, diamonds or other jewelry, it makes the entire jade more dazzling and noble, highlighting the charm that jade should have.

2. Protection. It would be so painful if it got bumped. Jade inlay can better protect jade jewelry and can effectively reduce the damage caused by external factors. Jade embedded in it can also prevent it from falling off and keep the bottom clean.

Disadvantages:

1. The cost after inlay is too high, and some friends may not be able to accept it.

2. This is also a situation that many friends often encounter. They like jade itself, but they don’t like the inlay style.

Finally, Teacher Mo Mo said that jade is a natural treasure that concerns artistic aesthetics. No matter whether it is a loose stone or an inlaid piece, what is ultimately considered is the overall comprehensive effect and value, which runs through almost the entire appreciation and purchasing process.

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