【Beijing, November 28, 2026】Poly Auction's 2026 Autumn Art Auction successfully concluded yesterday, with the highly anticipated “Jade Rhyme and Splendor – Hetian Jade Seed Material Masterpieces Special Session” performing particularly brilliantly. The total transaction volume reached RMB 285 million, with a transaction rate of 92.3%, far exceeding market expectations. The success of this special session not only highlights the strong rebound momentum of the Hetian jade seed material market but also injects new vitality into the future jade collection market.
Transaction Data Highlights: Masterpieces Emerge, High Prices Frequent
This special session presented a total of 128 carefully selected Hetian jade seed material lots, with several heavyweight items selling for high prices, becoming the focus of the entire event. The leading lot was a 'Mutton Fat Jade Seed Material Raw Stone' weighing 285 grams. Its jade quality was delicate and oily, with a natural and mellow skin color, finally hammered at RMB 38 million, 26.6% higher than its estimated price (RMB 25-30 million), setting a new record for similar raw stones in recent years. Another Hetian jade seed material carving named 'Auspicious Beasts Presenting Fortune', meticulously carved by the renowned jade carving master Zhang Hua, attracted fierce bidding from collectors due to its exquisite craftsmanship and unique creativity, eventually selling for RMB 15.8 million, a premium of 31.7% over its estimated price (RMB 10-12 million). In addition, several exquisite seed material raw stones weighing between 50 and 100 grams generally sold for RMB 3-8 million, with an average premium rate of 18.5%, demonstrating strong market demand for small and medium-sized exquisite seed materials.
Market Analysis: Favorable Policies Coupled with Strong Demand, Market Confidence Significantly Boosted
Mr. Li Ming, a senior jade market analyst, pointed out: “The outstanding performance of this Poly Autumn Auction's Hetian jade seed material special session is the result of multiple positive factors. Firstly, the state's increasing support for the traditional cultural industry in recent years has enhanced Hetian jade's cultural value as a national treasure and its market attention. Secondly, after several years of market adjustment, some speculative capital has exited, and the market has returned to rationality, with collectors paying more attention to jade quality, craftsmanship, and cultural connotations. Furthermore, with the gradual recovery of the economy, the collection demand of high-net-worth individuals is increasingly strong, especially for Hetian jade seed materials, which are highly scarce and have great potential for preservation and appreciation.”
Ms. Wang, head of Poly Auction's Jade Department, also stated: “We have observed that the buyer structure of this auction is more diversified. In addition to experienced collectors and institutional investors, many young generation collecting enthusiasts have emerged. They have a higher understanding of Hetian jade and are more willing to pay for high-quality, story-rich masterpieces. This indicates that the collecting group for Hetian jade seed materials is expanding, and the market foundation is more stable.”
Trend Prediction: Refinement and Branding Will Be the Main Theme in the Future
Looking ahead, industry experts generally believe that the Hetian jade seed material market will continue to maintain a steady growth trend, but market differentiation will become increasingly apparent. Refinement and branding will become the dominant trends. Mr. Li Ming predicted: “In the future, Hetian jade seed materials with superior jade quality, exquisite craftsmanship, clear provenance, and cultural heritage will continue to rise in value. The price growth potential for ordinary quality seed materials will be relatively limited. At the same time, works by jade carving masters with good reputation and brand influence, as well as masterpieces certified by authoritative institutions, will be more favored by the market.”
Ms. Wang added: “Poly Auction will continue to uphold a rigorous academic attitude and professional market judgment to select more Hetian jade seed material masterpieces with investment and collection value for collectors, and is committed to promoting the inheritance and development of Hetian jade culture. We believe that with the joint efforts of all parties, the Hetian jade seed material market will usher in a more brilliant tomorrow.”
The success of this Poly 2026 Autumn Auction's Hetian jade seed material special session undoubtedly injected a shot in the arm for the entire jade market, signaling the arrival of a healthier, more rational, and vibrant era of Hetian jade collection.