BEIJING, May 15, 2026 – The highly anticipated Poly Auction 2026 Spring Sale concluded successfully yesterday, with the “Jade Harmony of the East – Hetian Jade Seed Material Boutique Special” performing exceptionally well. The sale achieved a total turnover exceeding 250 million RMB, with an impressive sell-through rate of 92.8%, once again affirming the strong growth momentum of the high-end Hetian jade seed material market and the escalating enthusiasm of collectors.
This special sale featured 120 meticulously selected Hetian jade seed material lots, encompassing various forms from raw stones to carved pieces, showcasing rich diversity and superior quality. Notably, a “Mutton-fat Jade Seed Material Raw Stone” weighing 285 grams fetched an astonishing 38 million RMB, significantly surpassing its pre-sale estimate of 25 million RMB, with a premium rate of 52%. This made it the highest-selling lot of the session. The raw stone boasts exquisite jade quality, exceptional oiliness, and natural skin color, making it a rare and top-tier mutton-fat jade material in recent years. Another “Good Fortune and Longevity” Hetian jade seed material handpiece, meticulously carved by a contemporary jade master, sold for 12 million RMB, a 33% increase from its estimate, demonstrating the strong market appeal of combining master craftsmanship with premium jade material.
From the data, the average price per lot in this special sale reached 2.08 million RMB. Compared to the same category in Poly Auction’s 2025 Autumn Sale, the average price per lot increased by approximately 18%, and the overall turnover grew by 15%. This not only reflects the market’s general recognition of the value of Hetian jade seed material but also indicates its significant position in the art investment landscape.
Mr. Li Ming, a senior auction industry analyst, stated in an interview: “The success of this Poly Spring Sale’s Hetian jade seed material special is the result of multiple converging factors. Firstly, scarcity is the core driver of Hetian jade seed material value; the increasing depletion of high-quality mineral resources makes every fine piece extremely precious. Secondly, against the backdrop of the revival of traditional Chinese culture, collectors’ understanding and emotional connection to jade culture continue to deepen. Furthermore, increased market risk aversion has prompted capital to flow into tangible assets with potential for value preservation and appreciation, and Hetian jade seed material is undoubtedly a leader among them.”
Professor Wang Hua, Vice President of the China Jade Stone Association, also emphasized: “The current Hetian jade seed material market shows a trend of polarization. Top-tier mutton-fat jade and high-white, fine-grained premium seed materials continue to rise steadily in price, even repeatedly setting new highs. In contrast, ordinary materials with average appearance or flaws face greater market pressure. This requires collectors to pay more attention to core indicators such as jade quality, whiteness, oiliness, and skin color when investing, while also considering the added value of master craftsmanship.”
Looking ahead, industry insiders generally believe that the Hetian jade seed material market will continue to maintain steady growth. With consumption upgrading and increased cultural confidence, the collector base for high-end Hetian jade seed material will further expand. However, the market is not without its challenges. How to distinguish authenticity, assess value, and guard against speculative risks remain ongoing concerns for collectors and investors. The outstanding performance of Poly Auction’s spring sale has undoubtedly injected new vitality and confidence into the entire Hetian jade seed material market, providing important reference points for future market trends.