Hangzhou, November 15, 2026 – The highly anticipated Xiling Yinshe 2026 Autumn Auction concluded successfully yesterday. The total transaction volume of this autumn auction reached an impressive RMB 1.28 billion, with a transaction rate of 86.5%, representing a 15% increase compared to the same period last year. This demonstrates a strong recovery trend in the art market, especially in the high-end collectibles sector. Among them, the jadeite artworks special session performed exceptionally well, becoming the biggest highlight of this auction.
Jadeite Session: High-Quality Treasures Achieve Record Prices
This autumn auction featured 120 jadeite artworks, with a total transaction volume exceeding RMB 350 million and a remarkable transaction rate of 92.3%. Notably, a natural jadeite necklace named “Imperial Green Fu Shou Shuang Quan” (Good Fortune and Longevity) was hammered down at an astonishing price of RMB 85 million, far exceeding its pre-auction estimate of RMB 60 million, becoming the highest-priced lot of this auction. The necklace consists of 28 full and lustrous imperial green jadeite beads, with rich and even color and delicate and warm texture, making it a rare masterpiece in the market in the past decade. Another “Icy Green Guanyin Pendant” also sold for a high price of RMB 32 million, with its transparent texture and exquisite craftsmanship earning enthusiastic pursuit from collectors. In addition, several icy and glass-type jadeite bangles, rings, and carvings were sold at prices 20% to 50% higher than their estimates, indicating strong market demand for high-quality jadeite.
Market Analysis: Scarcity and Cultural Value Drive Growth
Mr. Li Ming, a senior auction industry analyst, pointed out: “The success of the jadeite special session at this Xiling Yinshe autumn auction is not accidental. On the one hand, the global economy is gradually recovering, and the investment demand of high-net-worth individuals is being re-released; on the other hand, the mining of Burmese jadeite rough stones is restricted, and the scarcity of high-quality jadeite is becoming increasingly prominent, further strengthening its value preservation and appreciation attributes. At the same time, the deep emotional and aesthetic recognition of jadeite in traditional Chinese culture continues to drive its market value.”
Ms. Wang Fang, a jade market researcher, added: “We have observed that collectors’ appreciation and collection philosophy for jadeite are becoming increasingly mature. They no longer simply pursue ‘large’ or ‘green,’ but pay more attention to the jadeite’s type, color, craftsmanship, design, and the cultural connotations behind it. In this auction, those jadeite artworks with unique designs, exquisite craftsmanship, and auspicious meanings often fetched higher prices.”
Trend Forecast: High-End Jadeite Market to Remain Active
Looking ahead, industry experts generally believe that the high-end jadeite market will continue to remain active. With the stable growth of the global economy and the enhanced understanding of art investment among collectors, the value of top-tier jadeite will continue to climb. However, the mid-to-low-end jadeite market may face a certain degree of adjustment, and collectors need to be more cautious when investing, focusing on quality and scarcity.
Mr. Zhang Hua, General Manager of Xiling Yinshe Auction Co., Ltd., stated: “The success of this autumn auction, especially the excellent performance of jadeite artworks, has injected strong confidence into us. We will continue to cultivate the high-end art market, provide more exquisite items for global collectors, and are committed to promoting the inheritance and development of traditional Chinese culture.”
The successful conclusion of this autumn auction not only brought a perfect end to Xiling Yinshe’s annual performance but also brought positive signals and new prospects to the entire art market, especially the field of jadeite collection.