Chalcedony, also known as "pidony jade", is a variety of jade that contains quartz. In terms of body color, it covers a wide range of colors, including red, yellow, green, brown, and even colorless. It has a translucent to opaque texture and a relatively low hardness, ranging from 55-6.between 5.
In China's jade culture, chalcedony is precious. It comes in a variety of shapes and colors, and is often carved into various ornaments, such as ornaments, pendants and even jewelry. The shape of chalcedony is smooth and concave, which gives it an elegant and mysterious atmosphere, making it favored by consumers in the market.
The ancients regarded chalcedony as a symbol of luck and good luck. For some folk cultures, chalcedony is given the role of warding off evil spirits. Its bright colors symbolize the vitality and prosperity of life, and make people feel hope and optimism in their hearts.
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In order to buy high-quality chalcedony, you can pay attention to three aspects such as color, luster, and texture when choosing. The color should be pure and free of impurities. The shine should be natural, even, brilliant and similar to the golden glow of the fire. Secondly, the texture of chalcedony should be tight, fine, and consistent. In addition, you can see the clarity of its interior through the light.
Overall, chalcedony is a unique, beautiful gemstone that is a very good choice for both use as an ornament and as an investment asset.