Hey sisters, how's everyone doing! I'm your old friend, Lao Wang, who's been in the jadeite industry for over twenty years. Today, let's not talk about jadeite, but instead, let's discuss 'Bi-Yu' (nephrite jade), which has emerged rapidly in recent years! 💎 Many jade enthusiasts ask me, how is the Bi-Yu market now? Is it rising or falling? Today, I'll combine my firsthand observations and data analysis from the past few years to give you a thorough explanation!

I. Bi-Yu, Why the 'Rapid Rise'? 🤔

When I first started in this business, Bi-Yu was just the 'little brother' of jadeite, affordable, and not highly regarded in the market. But in the past five years, especially after the pandemic, Bi-Yu's market performance can only be described as 'stunning'! There are several core reasons behind this:

  • Increasing Scarcity of Resources: The resources of Xinjiang Hetian jade籽料 (seed material) are increasingly depleted. The scarcity of high-quality Bi-Yu, especially old-mine spinach green and apple green Bi-Yu, has begun to be re-evaluated by the market. High-quality Russian Bi-Yu material is also becoming harder to find.

  • Diversified Aesthetics: The younger generation of consumers is no longer fixated on the traditional 'Imperial Green' jadeite. They prefer the rich, stable green tones of Bi-Yu and its warm, moist texture. Bi-Yu jewelry shared on platforms like Xiaohongshu and Douyin has also greatly increased its exposure and acceptance.

  • Cost-Effectiveness: Compared to jadeite that costs hundreds of thousands or even millions, the price of high-quality Bi-Yu is still in a relatively 'affordable' range, allowing more people to own high-grade jade.


II. In-depth Analysis of the 2024 Bi-Yu Market: How Much Has It Risen? 📈📉

According to my data and market feedback, from the second half of 2023 to the first half of 2024, the Bi-Yu market as a whole showed a 'steady increase' trend, but different categories performed quite differently.

* Old-mine Spinach Green Bi-Yu (especially with cat's eye effect): The most significant increase, with some premium pieces even rising over 30%! Last year, I bought a spinach green bangle material weighing about 50 grams for 25,000 yuan. This year, its market estimate is close to 35,000 yuan, offering a very considerable profit margin. This type of Bi-Yu has a rich and uniform color, fine texture, and oily luster, making it the top choice for collection and investment.
* Russian Apple Green Bi-Yu: The second highest increase, about 10%-20%. This Bi-Yu has a bright and vibrant color, highly favored by young women. However, it's important to check for black spots, cotton, or cracks inside, as these can severely affect its value.
* Duck Egg Green Bi-Yu: Prices are relatively stable, with a slight increase. Duck Egg Green is sought after by some antique enthusiasts for its unique elegant color and delicate texture, but its market acceptance is not as widespread as the former two.
* Qinghai Bi-Yu, Canadian Bi-Yu: Prices have not fluctuated much, remaining largely stable. These types of Bi-Yu have larger output and varying quality, with relatively lower investment value, making them more suitable for daily wear.

III. Expert Advice: How to Grasp Bi-Yu Investment and Wearing? 💡

  • Identify the origin, but more importantly, look at the quality: Many people only know that Russian Bi-Yu is good, but Russian Bi-Yu also varies in quality. Origin is just a reference; ultimately, it depends on the jade's quality itself: color, clarity, density, and oiliness. Remember the mantra: 'Correct color, no black spots, no cotton, no cracks, and good oiliness.'

  • Pay attention to rare features: Bi-Yu with a cat's eye effect, extremely fine 'ice bottom' Bi-Yu, and 'pure color' Bi-Yu with uniform color distribution and no impurities are all categories with great potential for future appreciation.

  • Choose reputable dealers: The Bi-Yu market is mixed, and many dealers will pass off inferior goods as superior, or even use dyed quartz to impersonate it. Choosing a dealer with a physical store, a good reputation, and the ability to provide authoritative appraisal certificates is crucial. Personally, I recommend that for large, high-value Bi-Yu pieces, you must have them re-inspected by a state-recognized jewelry testing institution.

  • Start with small pieces to gain experience: If you are a beginner, you can start with small Bi-Yu jewelry pieces costing a few thousand yuan to feel their texture and color, gradually developing your eye. Do not blindly pursue large, high-priced items.

  • Wearing and maintenance: Bi-Yu has moderate hardness, but still needs to avoid collision with hard objects. When worn daily, human oils will nourish the jade, making it more oily. When not worn, wipe it clean with a soft cloth and place it in a jewelry box.


Conclusion: The 2024 Bi-Yu market presents both opportunities and challenges. For experienced collectors, now is a good time to select fine pieces and plan for the future; for beginners, it is even more important to keep your eyes open, learn more, and compare more. Remember, jade investment is a long race, and patience and keen eyesight are indispensable! I hope my sharing helps everyone, see you next time! 👋💖

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