White jade, as a precious gemstone, is loved for its unique texture, color, and luster. However, there are many varieties of white jade on the market, and the quality is uneven, so identifying authenticity and quality becomes the key to buying white jade. Here are some simple methods and things to look out for when buying to help you better identify white jade.
Observe the appearance features.
True white jade usually exhibits a warm grease luster, a delicate texture, and a pure color. When purchasing, the first thing to observe is the appearance characteristics of white jade, such as color, luster, texture, etc. If the color of the white jade is too uniform or too vivid, the luster is too harsh, and the texture is blurry, then it is likely to be a fake jade that has been dyed or synthesized.
Feel the weight and feel.
True white jade has a higher density, so it feels heavier in the hand. When buying, you can feel the weight and feel of white jade, if it feels light or unnatural, then it is likely to be fake jade.
Observe the internal structure.
True white jade usually has natural textures and cracks on the inside, which are due to the natural formation of the jade during the formation process. At the time of purchase, the internal structure of the white jade can be observed through a magnifying glass, and if the grain and cracks are found to be too regular or too dense, then it is likely to be a fake jade that has been artificially treated.
Listen to the sound. True white jade makes a crisp and pleasant sound when struck, while fake jade may make a dull sound. When buying, you can gently tap the white jade to hear if its sound is crisp and pleasant.
Authoritative appraisal. If you still have doubts about the authenticity and quality of white jade, you can seek help from an authoritative appraisal agency. An authoritative appraisal agency will conduct detailed testing and analysis of white jade, and issue an authoritative appraisal certificate. When purchasing, you can ask the merchant to provide an authoritative appraisal certificate or seek the help of an appraisal agency on your own.
Purchase channel selection.
When buying white jade, it is very important to choose a regular merchant and channel. It is advisable to choose a reputable jewelry store, jade market or online** to make your purchase. At the same time, it is necessary to pay attention to the qualification and reputation evaluation of the merchant to avoid buying fake or defective products.
*Compare. Different qualities of white jade** vary greatly. When purchasing, you can understand the reasonable range of white jade by comparing the ** and the market ** of different merchants. If you find that a merchant's ** is significantly lower than the market price, then it is likely to be a fake or defective product.
In short, buying white jade requires many aspects of attention and identification. Simple methods such as observing the appearance features, feeling the weight and feel, observing the internal structure, listening to the sound, and choosing regular merchants and channels can help you better identify the authenticity and quality of white jade. At the same time, it is necessary to pay attention to the understanding of the **comparison and market**, and avoid buying fake or defective products.
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