In the brilliant Chinese jade culture, jade is undoubtedly a dazzling pearl. It not only has a profound historical and cultural heritage, but also a beautiful meaning and spiritual sustenance in people's hearts. How to choose a good piece of jadeite and how to maintain it is a concern for many cultural lovers. This article will reveal the tips and maintenance tips for jadeite to help you better appreciate and treasure this treasure of nature.
First, the selection skills of jadeite.
Observe the color: The color of jadeite is an important factor in evaluating its quality. The green tones are full, pure, soft, and evenly distributed. At the same time, multi-colored jadeite is also a precious variety, such as green with purple spring color, green with red yellow and green, etc., with higher value.
Finesse of texture: A good jadeite should have the characteristics of delicate texture and compact structure. Under the exposure of light, observe whether the surface of the jadeite is smooth and whether there are cracks, spots and other defects. The more delicate the texture, the higher the gloss, and the better the quality.
Transparency & Head: Jadeite with high transparency gives people a clear feeling, and the water head and feet have a better luster. When selecting, you can observe whether the inside of the jadeite is clear and whether there are impurities. Jadeite with high transparency is more crystal clear and has a higher value.
Craftsmanship and shape: A good carving process can double the value of jadeite. Observe whether the shape of the jadeite is full, whether the proportions are harmonious, and whether the carved lines are smooth. At the same time, it is also necessary to pay attention to whether the inlay process is firm and whether there are flaws.
Certificates & Accreditations: When buying jadeite, be sure to ask for an appraisal certificate to ensure the authenticity and quality of the jadeite purchased. The certificate of the authoritative appraisal body is more secure.
Second, the maintenance method of jadeite.
Collision avoidance: Although jadeite has a high hardness, it is still easy to break when subjected to strong impacts. Therefore, contact with hard objects should be avoided when wearing or storing to prevent falling or being crushed.
Wash regularly: Regularly wash jadeite with clean water to remove surface dirt. Use a soft cloth to wipe gently, do not use chemical detergents, so as not to damage the surface of the jadeite.
Avoid heat and sun exposure: Prolonged exposure to high temperatures or sunlight will cause jadeite to lose water, resulting in dry cracking and tarnishing of the surface. Therefore, prolonged exposure to high temperatures should be avoided.
Humidity and constant temperature: Maintaining the right humidity and constant temperature is the key to maintaining jadeite. Storing jadeite in an environment with moderate humidity and stable temperature is beneficial to maintain its moist luster.
Professional maintenance: For high-grade jadeite that has not been worn for a long time or is precious, it is recommended to regularly go to a professional institution for maintenance and inspection to ensure that its quality is not damaged.
With the above selection tips and maintenance methods, you will be able to better appreciate and treasure this treasure of nature's gift - jadeite. In the process of purchase and maintenance, please be careful, patient, and feel the beauty of this cultural play with your heart, so that your jadeite will become a treasure. Like and share this article, may you find spiritual sustenance and tranquility in the world of jade!