As a precious gemstone, jadeite has always been loved by people. However, it is difficult to distinguish the authenticity of jadeite on the market, which makes many consumers confused when purchasing. In order to ensure that you are buying a genuine jadeite, it is crucial to choose a reliable appraisal agency. This article will introduce you to the ways and precautions for jadeite identification to help you distinguish between real and fake jadeite.
1. Professional appraisal institutions.
National Jewelry and Jade Quality Supervision and Inspection Center: As an authoritative jewelry and jade appraisal agency in China, the National Jewelry and Jade Quality Supervision and Inspection Center has advanced testing equipment and a professional appraisal team, which can conduct comprehensive testing on jadeite, including composition, structure, color, etc., to ensure the accuracy of the identification results.
Local Jewelry and Jade Appraisal Agencies: In addition to national-level appraisal institutions, there are also many local jewelry and jade appraisal institutions in various places. These institutions usually also have a certain degree of identification ability and credibility, and can provide consumers with jadeite identification services. When choosing a local appraisal agency, it is advisable to understand its background, qualifications, and reputation to ensure the reliability of the appraisal results.
2. Jewelry stores or auction houses.
Well-known jewelry stores: When shopping for jadeite, you can choose from some well-known jewelry stores. These shops usually have long-term cooperative relations with regular jadeite merchants, and the quality of the jadeite sold is more guaranteed. At the same time, well-known jewelry stores also provide authentication services to ensure the authenticity of the jadeite sold.
Auction house: As an important place for art transactions, auction houses will also involve the auction of jadeite. When choosing an auction house to buy jadeite, it is advisable to pay attention to its auction rules, lots** and appraisal services to ensure that you are buying a genuine jadeite.
3. Self-identification.
Observation:
By observing the appearance characteristics of jadeite, such as color, transparency, texture, etc., it is possible to preliminarily judge its authenticity. True jadeite usually has a distinctive emerald green color and a natural color distribution; And the color of fake jadeite is often too bright or monotonous, lacking a sense of layering. In addition, the texture of real jadeite is clear and natural, while the texture of fake jadeite may appear blurry or artificially marked.
Gravimetric method:
Jadeite has a higher density, so real jadeite will be relatively heavy in the hand. By comparing the weight of jadeite and other similar gemstones of the same volume, it can be used to determine the authenticity of jadeite. However, it should be noted that the authenticity of jadeite cannot be completely determined by weight alone, and it needs to be combined with other methods to make a comprehensive judgment.
Hardness method:
Jadeite has a high hardness, and by gently scraping its surface with a hard object, real jadeite usually does not leave noticeable scratches. Fake jadeite may be less hard and can be easily scratched. However, this method may cause some damage to the jadeite, so it is recommended to try it in an inconspicuous location.
It is important to note that the self-identification method, while simple and easy, has limited accuracy. In order to ensure that you buy a genuine jadeite, it is recommended to combine self-identification with professional identification and choose a reliable identification agency for testing.
In conclusion, when buying jadeite, it is very important to choose a reliable appraisal agency, a well-known jewelry store or auction house, as well as to have some self-identification skills. Through these ways and methods, we can better distinguish between real and fake jadeite and avoid buying fake and shoddy products. At the same time, consumers should also improve their awareness of prevention, be vigilant against fraud by unscrupulous merchants, and ensure that their rights and interests are not infringed.