【Beijing, November 18, 2026】Poly Auction's 2026 Autumn Auction, which recently concluded successfully, saw a remarkable performance in its 'Magnificent Jewels and Jadeite' special session. The highly anticipated jadeite bangle section, in particular, once again demonstrated the strong resilience and continuous growth potential of the high-end jadeite market with its exceptional transaction data. This autumn auction's jadeite bangle total sales reached an impressive RMB 450 million, with a sell-through rate of 92.5%, representing a 15% increase compared to the same period last year, indicating sustained enthusiasm from collectors for top-tier jadeite.
Among the highlights of this session, a star lot named the 'Imperial Green Full-Circle Bangle' fetched an astonishing RMB 120 million, significantly exceeding its pre-sale estimate of RMB 80 million, with a premium rate as high as 50%. This bangle boasts exceptional clarity, vibrant and pure color, and is flawless, hailed by the industry as one of the finest imperial green jadeites to appear on the auction market in the past decade. Another 'Icy Jadeite with Vibrant Green Concubine Bangle' also sold for RMB 48 million, a 37% increase from its estimate of RMB 35 million, also performing outstandingly. Overall, the average premium rate for this jadeite bangle special session reached 28%, fully demonstrating the strong market demand for high-quality jadeite.
Mr. Li Ming, a seasoned auction industry reporter and jadeite market analyst, pointed out: "The stellar performance of jadeite bangles at this Poly Autumn Auction is not accidental. Amid increasing global economic uncertainties, top-tier jadeite, as a rare hard currency and an investment product with artistic value, has seen its value preservation and appreciation attributes become increasingly prominent. Especially for collector-grade jadeite with excellent clarity, color, and texture, its price is almost unaffected by short-term market fluctuations, instead showing a steady upward trend. The sky-high price fetched by the imperial green bangle will undoubtedly further boost market confidence and provide a new benchmark for future valuations of high-end jadeite."
From a market trend perspective, the jadeite market currently exhibits a polarized situation. On one hand, prices for ordinary quality jadeite remain relatively stable, or even slightly adjusted; on the other hand, prices for high-quality, rare varieties of jadeite, especially those with historical provenance or unique design, continue to climb, repeatedly setting new records. This indicates an increasingly strong pursuit of 'exquisite and rare' by collectors and investors, with the market favoring masterpieces that represent the highest craftsmanship and natural beauty of jadeite.
Ms. Wang Li, Head of Poly Auction's Jewellery and Watches Department, stated: "We are very pleased with the results of this jadeite bangle special session. This is not only due to our rigorous selection standards and ultimate pursuit of lot quality but also reflects the profound interest and collecting enthusiasm for traditional Chinese cultural artifacts, especially jadeite, globally. In the future, we will continue to deepen our presence in the high-end jadeite market, committed to presenting more rare treasures to global collectors, and actively exploring innovative auction models to adapt to evolving market demands."
Looking ahead, with the continuous accumulation of wealth in Asia and globally, and the growing demand for investment in rare luxury goods, the high-end jadeite market is expected to remain active. Experts predict that within the next five years, prices for top-tier jadeite still have an average annual growth potential of 15%-20%, especially for unique pieces reaching museum collection levels, whose value growth potential will be even more significant. However, investors entering the market still need to exercise caution, always going through authoritative channels and seeking professional appraisal to ensure investment security and return on investment.