【Beijing, May 18, 2026】The highly anticipated Poly Auction 2026 Spring Sale recently concluded successfully. The 'Brilliant East: Rare Jadeite and Jewelry' special session performed exceptionally well, particularly the high-end jadeite bangle segment, with transaction data exceeding market expectations and injecting a strong boost of confidence into the currently somewhat subdued jadeite market.
This spring sale featured 50 carefully selected jadeite bangles, with 42 ultimately sold, achieving a remarkable sell-through rate of 84%. The total transaction value reached RMB 185 million, a 15% increase compared to the same period last year. Among them, a highly anticipated 'Imperial Green Glassy Jadeite Bangle with Full Color' fetched an astonishing RMB 58 million, far exceeding its upper estimate of RMB 35 million, representing a premium rate of 65.7%. This bangle, with its excellent type, color, fine texture, and strong fluorescence, is considered a rare masterpiece in the market in recent years. Another 'Icy Type Positive Green Blessing Bangle' also sold for RMB 22 million, an increase of 22% over its estimate.
Overall, the jadeite bangle special session showed a clear polarization trend. High-quality, rare items such as Imperial Green, Glassy Type, and Icy Type Positive Green jadeite continued to be the focus of collectors, with transaction prices repeatedly reaching new highs and even exceeding estimates. The performance of mid-to-low-end jadeite bangles was relatively stable, with some pieces of average quality failing to sell, indicating the market's cautious attitude towards ordinary goods.
Market Analysis and Trend Prediction:
Mr. Li Ming, a senior jadeite market analyst, pointed out: "The transaction data from Poly's spring sale of jadeite bangles clearly conveys two signals: First, the scarcity and value-preserving and appreciating attributes of top-tier jadeite remain its core competitiveness. No matter how the market fluctuates, true masterpieces will always find buyers. Second, the market is gradually returning to rationality. Collectors' appreciation and investment acumen for jadeite are maturing, no longer blindly pursuing, but focusing more on a comprehensive consideration of quality, type, color, and craftsmanship."
Ms. Wang Fang, General Manager of Poly Auction's Jewelry, Watches, and Luxury Goods Department, stated: "We are very pleased with the performance of this jadeite bangle special session. This not only demonstrates our team's professional capabilities in soliciting consignments and market promotion but, more importantly, it reflects the high-end collection market's continued thirst for rare resources. In the current context of increased global economic uncertainty, high-quality jadeite, as a hard currency and cultural carrier, is being re-recognized and valued by more high-net-worth individuals."
Looking ahead, we anticipate that the high-end jadeite bangle market will continue to maintain steady growth. With the gradual recovery of the global economy and the enhancement of China's traditional cultural confidence, jadeite, as an important part of Chinese culture, will further highlight its collection and investment value. However, the mid-to-low-end market may face greater challenges, with the market focusing more on cost-effectiveness and design. For investors, it is advisable to focus on top-tier jadeite with scarcity, historical heritage, or unique craftsmanship to mitigate risks and achieve long-term returns. At the same time, professional appraisal and evaluation services will become increasingly important to ensure the security of investments.
The success of this Poly Spring Sale undoubtedly sets a positive tone for the 2026 jadeite auction market, signaling a potential new round of prosperity for the high-end jadeite market.