【Beijing, November 25, 2026】China Guardian's 2026 Autumn Auction concluded successfully yesterday, with the 'Brilliant Jadeite – Jadeite Jewelry Special Sale' performing exceptionally well. The total transaction value reached RMB 185 million, with a remarkable sell-through rate of 88.5%, significantly exceeding market expectations and injecting a strong boost into the long-sluggish jewelry auction market.
The Jadeite Jewelry Special Sale featured 120 exquisite pieces, with several high-quality jadeite lots sparking intense bidding. The highly anticipated highlight lot, the 'Imperial Green Jadeite Bead Necklace,' with its ultimate color saturation, warm texture, and perfect craftsmanship, ultimately sold for a high price of RMB 68 million, a premium of 51.1% over its lowest estimate (RMB 45 million), becoming the 'top lot' of the auction. Another 'Icy Green Jadeite Bangle' also performed well, hammering at RMB 32 million, exceeding its upper estimate by 28%. In addition, many uniquely designed jadeite-set ornaments were favored by collectors, with an average premium rate exceeding 25%.
From the data, the total transaction value of this Jadeite Jewelry Special Sale increased by 18.6% compared to the same category in the 2025 Autumn Auction, and the sell-through rate also increased by 5 percentage points. This indicates that after a period of adjustment, the high-end jadeite market is gradually recovering, and collector confidence has been restored.
Market Analysis and Trend Judgment:
Mr. Li Ming, a senior auction industry analyst, pointed out: "The success of this Guardian Autumn Auction's Jadeite Jewelry Special Sale is not accidental. It reflects several important market trends: Firstly, the value of high-quality, rare jadeite remains strong, even showing stronger resilience and appreciation potential after market adjustments. Collectors' pursuit of 'good things' has never stopped. Secondly, the acceptance of jadeite among the younger generation of collectors is increasing. They pay more attention to design and wearability, which prompts auction houses and jewelers to diversify their selection of lots. Finally, the gradual stabilization of the global economy also provides a favorable macro environment for the art and luxury goods market."
Ms. Wang Li, Head of China Guardian's Jewelry and Watches Department, stated: "We are very satisfied with the performance of this Jadeite Jewelry Special Sale. This shows that the market demand for high-quality jadeite remains strong, especially for top lots that combine investment and collection value. In the future, we will continue to cultivate the high-end jadeite market and pay attention to emerging design forces, striving to bring more diverse and potential lots to collectors."
Expert Commentary:
Professor Zhang Hua, a renowned jade appraisal expert, commented: "The transaction price of the 'Imperial Green Jadeite Bead Necklace' in this auction once again verifies the rarity and market recognition of top-tier jadeite. The resources for this level of jadeite are increasingly depleted, and its value will only continue to climb over time. For collectors, now is a good time to acquire high-quality jadeite assets, but it is essential to pay attention to quality, origin, and the authority of certificates."
Looking ahead, with the continued development of China's economy, the accumulation of wealth by the middle class, and the promotion of jadeite culture by the revival of traditional culture, the high-end jadeite market is expected to usher in a more stable growth cycle. The success of this China Guardian Autumn Auction undoubtedly injects a positive signal into the entire jewelry auction market, heralding the opening of a vibrant new chapter in collecting.