【Beijing, May 18, 2026】China Guardian's 2026 Spring Auction concluded successfully yesterday, achieving a total turnover of RMB 2.85 billion, a 15.3% increase compared to the same period last year, with a sell-through rate of 82.5%. This demonstrates a strong recovery in the art market, especially in the high-end collection sector. Among them, the Jadeite Jewelry special sale performed exceptionally well, becoming the highlight of this spring auction.

This spring auction's Jadeite Jewelry special sale presented 120 exquisite pieces, with 108 ultimately sold, achieving a high sell-through rate of 90%. The total turnover for the special sale reached RMB 580 million, a 22.8% increase compared to the same special sale in last year's spring auction. Several significant lots were sold at prices far exceeding their estimates, fully affirming the scarcity and value-preserving potential of top-tier jadeite in the global collection market.

Key Lot Transaction Data:

* Lot 3001: Imperial Green Jadeite Bead Necklace
* Description: Composed of 36 Imperial Green jadeite round beads, each measuring 13.5-14.2 mm in diameter, with fine texture, rich and even color, translucent, paired with an 18K white gold and diamond clasp.
* Estimate: RMB 80 million - 120 million
* Hammer Price: RMB 158 million (including buyer's premium), a 31.7% premium over the high estimate.

* Lot 3008: Icy-Type Vibrant Green Jadeite Bangle
* Description: Inner diameter 56 mm, width 12 mm, thickness 9 mm, icy-type texture, vibrant green color, even and full, without cracks or flaws.
* Estimate: RMB 35 million - 50 million
* Hammer Price: RMB 62 million (including buyer's premium), a 24% premium over the high estimate.

* Lot 3015: Old Mine Glassy-Type Full Green Jadeite Cabochon Ring
* Description: The main stone is an oval glassy-type full green jadeite cabochon, approximately 25x20x12 mm, accented with diamonds, set in an 18K white gold ring mount.
* Estimate: RMB 18 million - 28 million
* Hammer Price: RMB 35 million (including buyer's premium), a 25% premium over the high estimate.

Market Analysis and Trend Prediction:

The strong performance of jadeite jewelry at this China Guardian spring auction is not accidental. Mr. Li Ming, a senior jadeite market analyst, pointed out: "Although the global economic environment still has uncertainties, the demand from high-net-worth individuals for scarce and value-preserving hard assets remains strong. Top-tier jadeite, due to its non-renewable nature, unique oriental cultural attributes, and increasingly scarce high-quality mineral sources, has become an ideal choice for hedging against inflation and achieving wealth preservation."

Mr. Li Ming further analyzed: "In this auction, jadeite pieces of Imperial Green and icy-type vibrant green grades performed particularly well, indicating that buyers' quality requirements for jadeite are increasingly high, pursuing the ultimate collecting experience. At the same time, exquisitely designed and meticulously crafted jadeite jewelry is also more favored, reflecting collectors' comprehensive consideration of artistic value and wearability."

From a regional perspective, this China Guardian spring auction attracted numerous collectors from Asia, Europe, and North America, with buyers from mainland China, Hong Kong, and Southeast Asia being the most active, demonstrating the deep enthusiasm and strong purchasing power of the Asian market for jadeite jewelry.

Expert Commentary and Market Opinions:

Ms. Wang Li, Head of China Guardian's Jewelry and Watches Department, stated: "We are very satisfied with the results of this jadeite jewelry special sale. This not only reflects the market's trust in the China Guardian brand and professionalism but, more importantly, it sends a clear signal: after two years of adjustment, the high-end jadeite jewelry market has fully entered an upward trend and is expected to maintain steady growth in the coming years. We have observed that a new generation of collectors is emerging, who have a deeper understanding of jadeite and are more willing to pay for high-quality, story-rich lots."

A senior collector, who wished to remain anonymous, commented after the auction: "The jadeite masterpieces at this China Guardian spring auction were of superior quality, and the competition was fierce. It was truly difficult to win the desired pieces. I believe now is a good time to invest in top-tier jadeite, as the possibility of its value being underestimated is becoming increasingly small."

Looking ahead, with the gradual stabilization of the global economy and the growing consumer demand for personalized and rare jewelry, the market prospects for top-tier jadeite jewelry remain broad. Auction houses will continue to play an important role as market indicators, guiding more high-quality resources into this field and jointly promoting the inheritance and development of jadeite culture.