How to judge whether a jade bracelet is good or bad: Hot topics on the Internet and purchasing guide
In the past 10 days, discussions about jade bracelets have soared on major social platforms and e-commerce websites. In particular, how to identify the quality of jade bracelets has become the focus of consumers' attention. The following is a jade bracelet purchasing guide compiled based on hot spots across the Internet to help you quickly grasp the key points.
1. Material classification and market popularity of jade bracelets
According to recent sales data on e-commerce platforms and discussions on social platforms, jade bracelet materials can be divided into the following categories:
| Material type | Market share | Popular keywords | Price range (yuan) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jade | 45% | Ice species, sun green, floating flowers | 5 million-5 million |
| Hetian Jade | 30% | Suet white, seed material, oily | 3 million-1 million |
| Xiuyu | 15% | Transparent, uniform color | 50-5000 |
| Others (Dushan jade, agate, etc.) | 10% | Antique, unique texture | 20-3000 |
2. Five core indicators to identify the quality of jade bracelets
Based on feedback from jade appraisal experts and consumers, high-quality jade bracelets must meet the following conditions:
| index | Premium features | poor performance |
|---|---|---|
| color | Even distribution, natural transition | Artificial dyeing and abrupt color blocks |
| transparency | Good light penetration (emerald ice type is better) | Turbid, misty impurities |
| texture | Delicate, moist and non-grainy | Loose structure, visible cracks |
| Craftsmanship | Rounded arc and uniform thickness | Edge burrs, varying thicknesses |
| Certificate | National certification agency testing (such as NGTC) | No certificate or issued by copycat organization |
3. Recent popular scam warnings (updated in July)
According to data from the consumer complaint platform, recent high-incidence problems include:
1."Live broadcast room lighting scam": Using strong light to cover up impurities in the jade bracelet, there is a big difference in the actual product after receiving the goods.
2."Myanmar Purchasing Trap": Claiming to purchase directly from the source is actually fake domestic low-quality jade
3."Fake antique jade bracelets": The aging process imitates the old jade from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, and it is detected as modern chemical treatment.
4. Practical identification skills
1.drip test: Water droplets on the surface of real jade are in the shape of beads and do not spread (need to be verified with other methods)
2.Purple light detection: The jade bracelet treated with glue injection will show a fluorescent reaction
3.temperature perception: Real jade is initially cold, but slowly heats up and dissipates heat slowly after wearing it.
4.Re-inspection by professional organizations: It is recommended to go to the provincial jewelry testing station for re-inspection within 3 days after purchase.
5. Market trends in 2023
1. Young consumers preferNiche design(such as gold inlaid with jade, irregular shape)
2. Video identification services are growing rapidly, and some platforms provide48 hours worry-free returns
3. AI identification technology has begun to be applied, but the accuracy still needs to be improved (currently about 85%)
It is recommended to check the list of regular merchants on the official website of the "National Jewelry and Jade Standardization Technical Committee" before purchasing to avoid impulsive spending at tourist attractions. Remember the formula:"If you don't look at jade under the light, there must be a reason for the price difference. Certificates are not omnipotent. Look more and be less impulsive.".
check the details
check the details
en
