【Beijing, May 20, 2026】China Guardian's 2026 Spring Auction recently concluded successfully in Beijing, achieving a total transaction volume of RMB 2.85 billion, an 18.7% increase compared to the same period last year, with a sell-through rate of 82.5%, indicating a significant rebound in market confidence. Among them, the jadeite jewelry special session performed exceptionally well, becoming the highlight of this spring auction.
This spring auction presented over 4,000 lots, covering various categories such as Chinese paintings and calligraphy, ceramics and miscellaneous items, rare books, stamps and coins, and the highly anticipated jadeite jewelry. The jadeite jewelry special session offered 120 exquisite pieces, ultimately achieving a transaction volume of RMB 450 million, with a sell-through rate as high as 91.7%, far exceeding expectations. Many high-quality jadeite lots were sold at prices significantly above their estimates, demonstrating the robust value of top-tier jadeite in the global collector's market.
The most striking item was a natural jadeite bead necklace, named "Imperial Green," composed of 28 full and round imperial green jadeite beads with rich color and delicate texture. This necklace was hammered at an astonishing RMB 120 million, far exceeding its estimate of RMB 80 million, becoming the "top lot" of this spring auction. Another "icy translucent vibrant green" jadeite bangle sold for RMB 35 million, an increase of 25% over its estimate. In addition, a uniquely designed "Fu Lu Shou" (Fortune, Prosperity, Longevity) three-color jadeite pendant also changed hands for a high price of RMB 18 million, showing the market's strong pursuit of jadeite works that combine artistry and rarity.
Mr. Li Ming, a senior auction industry analyst, pointed out: "The strong performance of jadeite jewelry at this Guardian spring auction not only benefits from the gradual global economic recovery but also reflects the continued preference of high-end collectors for scarce resources and value-preserving assets. Especially high-quality imperial green and icy translucent vibrant green jadeite, their scarcity determines the steady growth of their market value. We see that buyers' understanding and taste for jadeite are constantly improving, no longer just pursuing size, but paying more attention to translucency, color, craftsmanship, and historical heritage."
Ms. Zhang Hua, head of the Jewelry and Watches Department at China Guardian Auctions Co., Ltd., stated: "We are very satisfied with the results of this jadeite jewelry special session. This proves the accuracy of our judgment in selecting lots and our market positioning. In the future, we will continue to cultivate the high-end jadeite market, introducing more exquisite pieces with collection value and artistic beauty to meet the growing market demand."
From a market trend perspective, this spring auction indicates that the market for high-quality jadeite jewelry will remain active in the coming years. Especially those jadeite pieces with clear provenance, perfect condition, unique design, or historical stories are expected to continue to increase in value. At the same time, the attention of younger generation collectors to jadeite is also increasing; they tend to choose fashionable and wearable jadeite jewelry, which will bring new growth points to the jadeite market. However, for ordinary quality jadeite, market competition will be more intense, and prices may face some pressure. Investors and collectors still need to be cautious when entering the market, focusing on professional identification and value judgment.
Overall, the successful holding of China Guardian's 2026 Spring Auction, especially the outstanding performance of the jadeite jewelry special session, injected a shot in the arm for the global art and collectibles market and pointed the direction for the future development of China's high-end collectibles market.