【Beijing, November 25, 2026】The highly anticipated Poly 2026 Autumn Auction concluded successfully yesterday, with the “Oriental Jade Radiance – Hetian Jade Seed Material Masterpiece Special Session” particularly standing out. It achieved a total transaction volume of 380 million RMB and a 92% sell-through rate, once again setting a new market record for Hetian jade seed material auctions in recent years. The success of this special session not only highlights the strong recovery momentum of the high-end jade market but also injects new vitality into the future development of the industry.
This special session presented a total of 128 carefully selected Hetian jade seed material lots, covering various forms from raw stones and hand pieces to carved items. Among them, a “Mutton-fat Jade Seed Material Raw Stone” weighing 280 grams became the highlight of the entire session due to its delicate and warm texture and perfect skin color. It finally sold for an astonishing 85 million RMB, an increase of nearly 40% from its estimate, triggering fierce bidding among on-site buyers and online viewers. Another Hetian jade seed material ornament, “Nine Dragons Playing with a Pearl,” created by the renowned jade carving master Wang, changed hands for a high price of 62 million RMB, with a premium rate of 35%, thanks to its exquisite craftsmanship and profound cultural connotations. In addition, several exquisite seed material hand pieces weighing between 50 and 100 grams also sold for prices 15%-25% above their estimates, demonstrating the sustained strong market demand for small and medium-sized high-quality seed materials.
Market Analysis and Trend Prediction:
The outstanding performance of this Poly Autumn Auction's Hetian jade seed material special session is not accidental. Mr. Li Ming, a senior jade market analyst, pointed out: “In recent years, with the gradual stabilization of the economic environment and the increasing maturity of collection and investment concepts, the value of high-end art, especially Hetian jade seed material, which possesses scarcity and cultural attributes, is being re-evaluated and recognized. The results of this auction clearly indicate that market demand for Hetian jade seed material with excellent quality, clear provenance, and artistic added value remains strong. Particularly, mutton-fat jade-grade raw stones and works by renowned carvers are increasingly demonstrating their value preservation and appreciation attributes, becoming preferred choices for capital hedging and long-term investment.”
From the data, the average transaction price of this special session increased by approximately 18% compared to the same period last year, which is attributed to the optimization of the buyer group structure and the upgrading of collection concepts. The younger generation of collectors has a deeper understanding of the cultural value and artistic expression of Hetian jade, no longer solely pursuing weight, but paying more attention to a comprehensive consideration of jade quality, skin color, craftsmanship, and subject matter. At the same time, the popularization of online bidding has broadened buyer channels, allowing more domestic and international collectors to participate, further boosting market enthusiasm.
Expert Commentary and Market Opinions:
Professor Zhang Hua, Vice President of the China Jade Culture Association, stated: “The success of this Poly Autumn Auction undoubtedly injected a shot in the arm for the Hetian jade seed material market. High-quality mutton-fat jade seed material resources are increasingly scarce, and their non-renewable nature determines their long-term value. The high prices achieved by multiple raw stones and works by renowned masters in this auction reflect the market's pursuit of scarce resources and also demonstrate collectors' respect and recognition of jade carving art. In the future, we expect the Hetian jade seed material market to show a two-tiered differentiation: top-tier masterpieces will continue to maintain strong growth momentum, while ordinary quality seed materials will face greater market competition.”
A senior collector, who wished to remain anonymous, also commented: “I have been following the Hetian jade market for over twenty years, and the popularity of this auction exceeded my expectations. Especially several top-tier raw stones, their prices have approached or even surpassed historical highs. This indicates that in the current context of increasing global economic uncertainty, Hetian jade, as a hard currency and cultural carrier, its hedging attributes and investment value are being recognized by more people. I believe that in the next few years, the Hetian jade seed material market will continue to maintain steady growth, especially for collectibles with unique historical, cultural, and artistic value, their appreciation potential remains immense.”
In summary, the success of the Poly 2026 Autumn Auction's Hetian jade seed material special session not only brought positive signals to the market but also further solidified the position of Hetian jade seed material in the high-end art collection field. With the continuous maturity of collection concepts and the sustained strengthening of market confidence, we have reason to believe that the Hetian jade seed material market will usher in a more prosperous period.