Hi sisters! I'm your old friend, Xiao Ya, a jade appraiser with over ten years of experience in the jade industry. Today, let's not talk about jadeite, but about the 'spinach green' that has risen rapidly in recent years – Bi-Yu (Nephrite Jade)! 🍃

Recently, many fans have messaged me, asking if the Bi-Yu market has cooled down? Has the price dropped? 🤔 Don't worry, today I will combine the data and experience I have observed on the market front line in recent years to give you an in-depth analysis of the current situation and future trends of Bi-Yu. I hope it can help you clarify the fog and make wiser investment decisions!

💚 Has the Bi-Yu Market Really 'Cooled Down'?

First, to directly answer this question: No, it hasn't 'cooled down,' but it is indeed undergoing an adjustment period. 📉

Looking back at 2018-2021, the Bi-Yu market was 'singing all the way,' especially Russian spinach green material. The price per gram soared from hundreds of yuan to thousands of yuan, and even top-grade material could reach several thousand yuan per gram, an astonishing increase. At that time, many novices rushed in, thinking they couldn't go wrong buying with their eyes closed. However, from the second half of 2022, market enthusiasm gradually cooled down, and by 2023, the price of some ordinary quality Bi-Yu did indeed fall to a certain extent, with a decline of 10%-30%.

Why is this happening? I summarized several main reasons:

  • Excessive early growth, overdrawing some market potential. The price of any commodity cannot rise indefinitely; there will always be a process of returning to rationality.

  • Impact of the overall economic environment. With consumption downgrades, the consumption of luxury goods and non-essential items will naturally be affected.

  • Market aesthetic fatigue. The color of Bi-Yu is relatively single. Although there are subdivisions such as spinach green, apple green, and duck-egg green, the overall visual impact is not as diverse as jadeite.

  • Influx of new mine materials, with uneven quality. A large number of new materials with ordinary appearance appeared on the market, diluting the overall value.


🔍 In the 2024 Bi-Yu Market, What Still Deserves Attention?

Although the overall adjustment, the value of high-quality Bi-Yu remains strong, and even increased against the trend! Just like the stock market, when the general market falls, good companies can still reach new highs. 📈

My experience is: the more the market adjusts, the more it tests your vision and professional knowledge.

  • Russian top-grade spinach green: Still a 'hard currency'! 🌿

* Characteristics: Rich and even color, spinach leaf green, delicate and oily texture, no black spots, no visible structure. This type of material is scarce in production and has stable market demand. Last year, I saw a top-grade Russian material bracelet in Suzhou, which was still priced at over 2500 yuan per gram and was quickly acquired by a collector. Its scarcity determines its ability to preserve and increase value.
* Investment Advice: If you encounter such excellent quality and have a sufficient budget, you can consider buying. But be sure to identify it carefully, as there are many 'fake spinach' or 'optimized spinach' on the market.

  • Hetian Bi-Yu (Manasi Bi-Yu): A potential stock! 🌟

* Characteristics: The color is mostly cyan-green, gray-green, but if you can find Manasi Bi-Yu with pure color, delicate texture, and good oiliness, its unique historical and cultural value and rarity will make its value stand out. In recent years, the attention to high-quality Manasi Bi-Yu has gradually increased.
* Investment Advice: Suitable for collectors with certain appreciation experience. The selection of this type of Bi-Yu is more difficult, requiring a deep understanding of its texture, color, and oiliness.

  • Duck-egg green: Niche boutique, steadily rising! 🥚

* Characteristics: The color is between cyan-white and emerald green, showing a unique elegant cyan, and the texture is usually very delicate, with good oiliness and no visible structure. Although the color is not as rich as spinach green, its warm and restrained temperament is loved by some antique enthusiasts.
* Investment Advice: Suitable for collectors who pursue unique tastes and delicate jade texture. The price is relatively affordable, but the appreciation potential should not be underestimated.

💡 Practical Advice for Buying Bi-Yu (Pit Avoidance Guide!)

  • Look at the color: The color should be pure, even, and vibrant. Avoid 'dead green' or dull colors. For spinach green, look for 'cat's eye effect' or 'spinach leaf texture'.

  • Look at the texture: The finer the better, and the oiliness should be sufficient. When touched by hand, it should feel warm and smooth. Avoid grainy or rough textures.

  • Look at black spots: The 'black spots' in Bi-Yu are its associated minerals and cannot be completely avoided. But choose those with few, small black spots that do not affect the overall aesthetics. Top-grade Bi-Yu has almost no black spots.

  • Look at cracks and flaws: Any jade is afraid of cracks, and Bi-Yu is no exception. Cracks will seriously affect its value. Also try to avoid flaws such as cotton, stiffness, and water lines.

  • Choose a reliable merchant: This is the most important point! The market is mixed, so be sure to choose a reputable merchant with professional appraisal certificates. Don't be greedy for small advantages; there's no such thing as a free lunch.

  • Look more, buy less, learn first, then invest: Especially for novices, don't blindly follow the trend. Go to the market more often, look at more physical objects, communicate more with experts, and improve your appreciation ability.


Conclusion 🌟

The Bi-Yu market is not a 'stagnant pool,' but has entered a more mature and rational stage of development. The value of high-quality Bi-Yu is still recognized by the market, and its scarcity is even highlighted during adjustments. For us jade enthusiasts, now is actually a good time to 'find bargains' and 'select carefully.' As long as you keep your eyes open and master professional knowledge, your 'spinach green' will surely continue to radiate its charm and value! 💪

I hope today's sharing is helpful to everyone! If you have any other questions about Bi-Yu, please leave a message in the comment section, and I will try my best to answer them! You can also tell me what you want me to talk about next time! 💖

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