This question was raised by a new jade friend, who went to visit the jadeite market, saw all kinds of jadeite, directly lost his eyes, and finally returned empty-handed.
After coming back, he asked me a question, there are so many jadeite in the jadeite market, I don't know how to classify it, I only know that there are inlaid, there are non-inlays, in the end what kind of good to buy?
In fact, it is difficult to have a clear answer to this question, in the eyes of the third brother, buying jadeite is buying likes, as to whether it is inlaid is not important.
However, many newcomers will struggle with a problem at the beginning of their careers, which jadeite to buy at the same price is the most valuable, I will buy which one.
Today I will not tell you whether this view is correct or incorrect, today we will give you a detailed comparison of the naked jadeite and the inlaid jadeite.
Here to add a little knowledge point: non-mosaic jadeite has a name in the line, it is called bare jadeite or bare stone pieces.
It refers to the jadeite that has not been carved too much, such as our common egg noodles, peace buckles, no-do cards, etc., when worn with lanyards, without any inlay treatment.
Moving on to the main topic, make a detailed comparison between the naked jadeite and the inlaid jadeite:
First, from the style to make a comparison
Naked jadeite: plain face to the sky, simple and generous.
Naked jadeite seems simple, but never arbitrary, in the prescribed shape, we must carve every detail of the jadeite nude stone to the best state, showing the most beautiful look, to paraphrase a popular advertising slogan: simple but not simple.
Emerald inlay: stylishly decorated, pearlescent.
The set is design-focused, combining jadeite with gold, silver, diamond or other gemstones for a pearlescent fashion beauty.
Therefore, although the bare stone pieces are simple, they are not arbitrary, and in the prescribed shape system, every detail of the jadeite bare stone can be modified to the best state and present its best appearance.
Inlays: pearlescent, fashionable and exquisite.
The inlay is very easy to understand, it is a combination of gold, silver or other precious metals, gemstones, accessories of jade jewelry, at a glance, it is very expensive, very delicate.
In terms of style, the choice of bare jadeite and inlaid jadeite is different, in order to cater to different customers' different choices for beauty.
Under normal circumstances, simply looking at the style, young people like to set jadeite more, while middle-aged and elderly people are more low-key and introverted, choosing bare jadeite.
Second, from the material of the selected material to do a comparison
Bare jadeite: highlights the jadeite itself, simple modification.
Naked jadeite attaches great importance to the choice of material, because a slight flaw, can be seen with the naked eye, so the price of good price of light jadeite, usually has a kind of water, color and clean bottom.
Emerald inlay: Skillfully brightens and brightens.
Although inlaid jadeite is also important in the choice of material, there is still a gap between the material choice of the naked jadeite.
Because jadeite is inlaid using other materials, the craftsman uses specific setting techniques to conceal imperfections while adding light and color from an optical point of view.
Therefore, in the jadeite market, the same price of bare jadeite and inlaid jadeite, the material is definitely a lot better than the naked jadeite, after all, the cost of inlay is not low.
That is to say, when we choose jadeite in the market, if we pay attention to the value of jadeite itself, then choose naked jadeite.
If you want to pursue the overall fashion design, then choose to set jadeite.
By the way, many friends say that Westerners like diamonds and don't like jadeite, but this is not the case.
In the history of jadeite, many of the jadeite auctioned at a high price are the works of Western design masters, of course, we must admit that they are not strict in the selection of materials, and the high price is mostly because of the fashion concept of these design masters.
After all, not every country has a long history of jade heritage like us. We Chinese have a special affection and love for jade.
Third, the wearing requirements are compared
Naked jadeite: close to the body and comfortable, people raise jade, jade raises people
Wearing a bare body jadeite, you can wear it close to the skin, and for a long time, the secreted oil can nourish the jadeite, and can really achieve the effect of raising jade and jade.
In the matching with clothing, the naked jadeite is more versatile, whether it is worn at home or on formal occasions, you can freely match the style of clothing, and there will be no mistakes.
Jadeite inlay: Pay attention to reasonable collocation
Each piece of inlaid jadeite, when worn, needs to avoid entanglement with clothing and hurt each other. And they are all carefully designed by jewelry designers, with different styles, concepts, and even matching requirements.
It can make the wearer more temperamental and more tasteful, and when it is matched appropriately, it can also help the wearer, earn enough eyeballs, and become the brightest new star in the crowd.
By the way, the naked jadeite can be processed twice, whether it is inlaying or polishing and transforming, it is more convenient to deal with.
Inlaid jadeite is generally a collocation, not good for secondary processing.
Of course, no matter what it is, it can be passed on from generation to generation, inheriting an emotion of time and giving it a special meaning.
Fourth, the comparison of security
Naked jadeite: careful care, wear carefully
Naked jadeite, to put it simply, is a fragile product without any protection, once accidentally bumped, it is easy to damage, so be sure to wear carefully.
Inlaid with emeralds: there is a protective layer on the outside, and the firmness is good
The inlaid material can better protect the jadeite itself, effectively reduce the damage caused by external factors, and is not easy to damage.
As a joke, if you are an attentive person, choose bare stone;
If you think you are a careless person, choose the inlay
V. Comparison of collection value:
Bare jadeite: more suitable for collecting
To get a piece of bare jadeite worth collecting, the use of rough jadeite is extremely demanding, because natural jade almost inevitably has "flaws" problems.
So if you have a kind of water color background color is good, then sit back and wait for it to appreciate! But only if you have to pay a lot of money to buy it.
Jadeite inlay: The collection value is uncontrollable
Fashion also has a shelf life, today's fashion does not represent a permanent circulation, with the passage of time, the material of inlaid jadeite has not changed, but the fashion concept may expire, so the collection value is uncontrollable.
Therefore, if you are investing in collections, then I recommend you to choose natural and high-quality naked jadeite; if you just say that you wear it casually, then the inlaid jadeite is more intuitive and more suitable for selection.
Finally, let me say that whether it is a bare jadeite or a mosaic jadeite, the ultimate question is whether you like it or not.