Civilian jade

Author: Li Yinghao
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Publish Date: 2000-10-01
Features: China is known as the Land of Jade, and the history of playing with and wearing jade dates back centuries. When Chinese people mention jade, it evokes endless imaginations. Since ancient times, the smooth and gentle texture of jade has been praised as the virtue of gentlemen. The folk also believe that jade has the power to connect with spirits, help people avoid disasters, heal illnesses, and ward off evil. To this day, the Chinese affection for jade remains unchanged. Fine jade is cherished by the public for collection and preservation, and collecting jade not only preserves joy but also serves as an investment with value preservation. In this book, jade collector Li Yinghao brings the culture of folk jade in China to life, sharing knowledge about jade's properties, classifications, and how to identify the quality of jade with fellow enthusiasts.