Xiuyu is a kind of nephrite jade, becauseThe main production area is named after Xiuyan, LiaoningIt is a serpentine, which is known for its warm texture, crystal clear, delicate, strong, good transparency, and diverse colors, and has been favored and cherished by people since ancient times. It is formed in metamorphic marble of magnesian carbonate rock, has a blue-green or yellow-green appearance, translucent, waxy luster after polishing, and a hardness of 35 degrees to 5 degrees.
Xiuyu is an important member of the Chinese gem and jade family, and it is the earliest jade species to be discovered and used, and it has been valued by all dynastiesThe light of ancient jade, a treasure of ten thousand years”。Xiuyu is native to Xiuyan County, Anshan City, Liaoning Province, and the primary jade mine of ancient Lantian jade has not yet been foundThe modern Lantian jade deposit is located in the area of Hongmensi Village, Yuchuan Town, Lantian County, Shaanxi Province。The authentic Xiuyu is produced in Xiuyan County, Liaoning, so the full name of Xiuyu is also "Xiuyan Jade".
Xiuyu can be broadly divided into two categories, one is the old jade (also known as the yellow and white old jade), the seed material in the old jade is called river mill jade, which belongs to tremolite jade, its texture is simple, dignified, light yellow and white, is a precious jade. The other type is Xiuyan jasper (also known as Wagou jade) belongs to serpentine ore, its texture is solid and warm, delicate and round, mostly green to lake green, which is dark green, transparent and less flawed as treasures.
Xiuyu has a variety of colors, and its basic hue can be divided into five types: green, yellow, white, black, and gray, each of which can be divided into different color types according to the specific changes from light to dark tones. When observing the color of Xiuyu, it is important to note that within the same piece of Xiuyu, the color may appear uneven, which is due to the influence of various factors during the formation of Xiuyu.
So, how do you do it?
The identification methods of Xiuyu mainly include the following:
Observe the color: The color of natural Xiuyu is rich and varied, even the color of the bracelet polished with the same piece of Xiuyu will be different, and the color looks very natural and shiny. The color of the synthetic fake Xiuyu bracelet is very simple, the gloss is also low, and it lacks a natural feeling.
Weigh the weight: The weight of the real Xiuyu will be heavier, while the density of the fake Xiuyu is lower than that of the real Xiuyu, so the weight is generally lighter. This is a relatively common situation, but there are exceptions.
Listen to the sound: When two real Xiuyu bracelets collide gently, you can hear a stone-textured sound, while the sound of fake Xiuyu bracelets will be different, such as the sound of glass hitting when the glass imitation Xiuyu bracelets collide.
Touch: Real Xiuyu is softer and smoother to the touch, while fake Xiuyu may be drier to the touch and has a glass touch.
Observe with a magnifying glass: Natural Xiuyu does not contain air bubbles, while synthetic Xiuyu may have air bubbles. In addition, natural Xiuyu can have impurities and imperfections in the light, while synthetic Xiuyu may look too perfect.
Observe transparency: The transparency of Xiuyu is also an important factor in distinguishing the authenticity from the fake. Natural Xiuyu bracelets are rarely transparent or slightly transparent, but mainly sub-transparent or translucent. If the transparency of the Xiuyu bracelet is too high, then it is possible that it is synthetic.
In addition, there are a number of other identification methods such as:Observe the surface characteristics of Xiuyu and perform hardness testsWait. However, it should be noted that the above methods are not 100% guaranteed to identify real and fake Xiuyu, because some high-imitation fake Xiuyu may also have some characteristics of natural Xiuyu.
Therefore, when buying Xiuyu, it is best to choose a reputable merchant and ask for an appraisal certificate to ensure that you are buying a genuine Xiuyu.
Above, I hope it will be helpful to everyone.