【Beijing, November 15, 2026】The highly anticipated Poly 2026 Autumn Auction concluded successfully yesterday, with the “Jade Splendor – Hetian Jade Seed Material Masterpieces Special Session” performing particularly brilliantly. It achieved a remarkable total transaction volume of RMB 185 million, once again setting a new record for Hetian jade seed material special sessions in recent years. This session featured 120 carefully selected lots, with 108 ultimately sold, achieving an impressive sell-through rate of 90%, far exceeding market expectations.
The most eye-catching lot in this session was undoubtedly a 320-gram “Mutton Fat Jade Seed Material Rough Stone.” Its jade quality was fine and unctuous, with a first-grade whiteness and natural skin color. It was finally hammered at RMB 28 million, with a premium rate of 40%, far exceeding its estimated range (RMB 18 million - 20 million), becoming the 'star lot' of the session. Another piece, a “Mid-Qing Dynasty Hetian Jade Seed Material Auspicious Beast Handpiece,” with its exquisite carving and warm jade quality, soared from an estimated RMB 3.5 million to a transaction price of RMB 6.8 million, an increase of nearly 94%, demonstrating collectors' continued pursuit of high-quality carved pieces.
From the data, the average unit price of Hetian jade seed material in this autumn auction special session reached RMB 1.71 million, an increase of 26.6% compared to the average unit price of RMB 1.35 million in the same type of session in the 2025 autumn auction. This not only reflects the market's re-evaluation of the value of Hetian jade seed material but also reflects the scarcity of high-end fine resources and their potential for preservation and appreciation.
Market Analysis and Trend Judgment:
Mr. Li Ming, a senior jade market analyst, pointed out: “The booming success of this Poly autumn auction's Hetian jade seed material special session is the result of multiple factors. Firstly, after two years of market adjustment, some speculative capital has exited, and the market has returned to rationality, with a growing number of collectors genuinely focused on jade culture and artistic value. Secondly, the increasing depletion of high-quality Hetian jade seed material resources makes every fine piece exceptionally precious. Especially mutton fat jade rough stones with collection potential and works carved by renowned artists have consistently shown strong market performance.”
Mr. Li Ming further analyzed: “From the transaction structure, mid-to-high-priced Hetian jade seed material (in the RMB 5 million - 20 million range) performed most actively, with both sell-through rates and premium rates at high levels. This indicates strong market demand for scarce, well-preserved, and exquisitely crafted seed material. While some ordinary quality or more common themed lots were also sold, their premium space was limited. In the future, the Hetian jade seed material market will show a polarized trend, with prices for fine pieces continuing to rise, while prices for ordinary pieces will remain relatively stable or fluctuate slightly.”
Expert Comments and Market Opinions:
Professor Wang, Vice President of the China Jade Culture Research Association, stated: “The results of this auction are exhilarating. It not only boosted confidence in the entire jade market but also once again proved the unique charm and investment value of Hetian jade seed material as a treasure of traditional Chinese culture. We see that more and more young collectors are starting to pay attention to Hetian jade, which is a positive signal for the long-term development of the market. However, collectors should also be reminded to be cautious when investing in Hetian jade, always choose reputable auction houses and professional institutions, and comprehensively consider factors such as jade quality, skin color, shape, and craftsmanship.”
A senior collector, who wished to remain anonymous, commented at the auction: “I have been following the Hetian jade market for nearly two decades, and this year's autumn auction clearly shows a market rebound. Especially for several mutton fat jade rough stones with excellent appearance, the competition was very fierce. I believe now is a good time to acquire high-quality Hetian jade seed material, as its scarcity determines its long-term value.”
In summary, the success of the Poly 2026 Autumn Auction Hetian Jade Seed Material Special Session not only injected a strong stimulant into the market but also indicates that, driven by a return to rationality and resource scarcity, the Hetian jade seed material market will enter a new phase of steady growth. In the future, specialization, culturalization, and branding will be the main directions for the development of the Hetian jade seed material market.