【Beijing, November 15, 2026】The highly anticipated Poly 2026 Autumn Auction concluded successfully yesterday, with the “Splendid Jadeite – Exquisite Jadeite Bangle” specialist sale performing particularly well, once again affirming the strong collecting demand and investment potential of the high-end jadeite market. This specialist sale featured a total of 45 carefully selected jadeite bangles, with 39 ultimately sold, achieving a remarkable sell-through rate of 86.67%. The total transaction value exceeded RMB 280 million, significantly surpassing pre-sale estimates.
The highlight of this specialist auction was undoubtedly several museum-quality, exceptional jadeite bangles. Among them, a piece named “Imperial Green Full-Circle Bangle,” with its ultimate color saturation, delicate texture, and perfect form, attracted fierce bidding from numerous collectors. This bangle was finally hammered down at a high price of RMB 88 million, an increase of 25% from its lowest estimate, making it the 'star lot' of this autumn auction. Another piece, an “Icy Jadeite with Clear Water and Green Hue Bangle,” with its crystal-clear texture and a touch of vibrant green, also sold for RMB 32 million, exceeding its estimate by 15%. Overall, 12 lots in this specialist sale sold for over RMB 10 million, accounting for more than 60% of the total transaction value, demonstrating the continued solid value foundation of top-tier jadeite.
Market Analysis and Trend Prediction:
Mr. Li Ming, a senior auction industry analyst, pointed out: “The success of this Poly autumn auction’s jadeite bangle specialist sale is not accidental. It reflects the continued pursuit by high-net-worth individuals for scarce, value-preserving assets that also possess cultural and artistic value, especially in the current macroeconomic environment. Particularly for top-tier jadeite such as Imperial Green and Icy Yang Green, its resource scarcity determines its price resilience and long-term appreciation potential. We observe that when selecting high-end jadeite, buyers not only value the '种水色工' (type, clarity, color, craftsmanship) but also show higher trust and bidding willingness for items with clear provenance and documented heritage.”
From the data, the average unit price of this specialist sale reached RMB 7.179 million. Compared to the same period last year, the average transaction price of high-end jadeite bangles increased by approximately 10-15%. This indicates that the market's recognition of high-quality jadeite has further improved, and there is a certain premium space. While the mid-to-low-end jadeite market also remains active, price increases are relatively stable, and the differentiation trend is evident. In the future, we expect the scarcity of top-tier jadeite to further push up its market value, and jadeite jewelry with unique designs or historical and cultural backgrounds will also attract more attention.
Expert Commentary and Market Insights:
Professor Wang, a renowned jade identification expert, stated in an interview: “The success of this auction once again proves the deep affection and investment confidence of collectors in China and globally for jadeite, this oriental treasure. Especially those jadeites reaching 'glassy type' and 'Imperial Green' levels, their collection value has surpassed the scope of ordinary jewelry and entered the realm of art collection. In the future, as high-quality mineral resources become increasingly depleted, the value of high-quality jadeite will continue to rise, becoming a preferred asset for combating inflation and achieving wealth inheritance.”
An anonymous buyer commented after the auction: “I have been following this Imperial Green bangle for a long time; its quality is almost impeccable. Although the price is high, considering its rarity and future appreciation potential, I believe this is a very worthwhile investment and a continuation of traditional culture.”
Overall, the outstanding performance of Poly 2026 Autumn Auction’s jadeite bangle specialist sale has injected a strong boost into the entire art auction market. It not only demonstrates the resilience and vitality of the high-end jadeite market but also provides positive signals for future market trends, indicating that the collecting craze for exquisite jadeite will continue to heat up.