As a popular commodity in the jewelry market, jadeite bracelets have attracted the attention of countless consumers due to their beautiful appearance and unique texture. However, with the prosperity of the market, a large number of counterfeit and shoddy products have also begun to flood the market, which has brought great trouble to consumers. So, how to distinguish the authenticity of a jade bracelet? This article will introduce you to some professional and non-professional methods.
1. Professional appraisal methods
1. Observe the color.
Real jadeite bracelets are bright and pure in color, with a smooth and delicate surface that exhibits a vitreous or greasy luster. Counterfeit jadeite bracelets are often uneven in color, and sometimes the color is too light or too dark. By observing the color, we can preliminarily judge the authenticity of the jadeite bracelet.
2. Observe the texture.
Jadeite bracelets are usually delicate in texture and have a tight inner crystal structure. Real jadeite bracelets have a uniform and delicate texture, and there are no coarse grains or uneven transparency. Counterfeit jadeite bracelets tend to have uneven textures, sometimes with coarse particles or uneven transparency. By observing the texture, we can further judge the authenticity of the jadeite bracelet.
3. Laboratory testing.
For more specialized laboratories, they will use more precise laboratory testing methods. For example, high-tech equipment such as infrared spectrometers and Raman spectrometers can accurately detect the composition and structure of jadeite bracelets, so as to judge their authenticity.
2. Non-professional appraisal methods
1. Observe the weight.
The weight of a real jadeite bracelet is more accurate and there will be no large errors. And counterfeit jadeite bracelets are often inaccurate, or too light or too heavy. Therefore, the authenticity of the jadeite bracelet can be judged by weighing it when purchasing.
2. Listen to the sound.
A real jade bracelet has a crisp and melodious sound when struck, while a fake jade bracelet has a dull and hoarse sound when struck. By listening to the sound, we can preliminarily judge the authenticity of the jade bracelet.
3. Observe the hardness.
Jadeite has a high hardness, and scratching the surface with a hard object will not leave marks. Counterfeit jadeite, on the other hand, tends to be of low hardness, leaving visible marks on the surface with a hard object. By observing the hardness, we can further judge the authenticity of the jadeite bracelet.
In short, distinguishing the authenticity of a jadeite bracelet requires a number of aspects, including observing the color, texture, weight, sound, and hardness. Consumers can choose to use professional or non-professional methods for identification according to their actual situation. At the same time, when purchasing, you should also pay attention to choosing a regular jewelry store or a reputable merchant to ensure that you buy a real jade bracelet.