Colour
Look at hue, saturation, and how evenly colour moves through the piece. The right colour is also the one you want to live with.
A clear introduction · 翡翠指南
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Look slowly
Compare qualities together.
Jadeite is best understood as a balance of qualities rather than one label. Begin with what draws your eye, then look at colour, translucency, texture, and how the piece has been shaped.
Translucency
Light entering the stone gives jadeite depth. More translucent material may appear luminous or water-like.
Texture
A finer crystal structure generally appears smoother and more even. Consider texture together with colour and translucency.
Craft
A thoughtful carving works with the stone’s natural colour and structure, making its variations part of the composition.
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