Jade Price Guide: How Much Is Jade Really Worth?

"How much is jade worth?" has no single answer — jade ranges from affordable everyday pieces to record-breaking auction lots. But the factors that set the price are consistent. This guide breaks them down by type and by piece.

Jadeite vs nephrite: two different price worlds

The first question is which jade. Fine jadeite is among the most expensive gem materials on earth, while excellent nephrite (including Hetian jade) is far more attainable. Same word, very different price ranges.

What drives the price (any jade)

• Colour — saturation and evenness matter most.
• Texture / base — finer, smoother structure is worth more.
• Transparency ("water") — luminous beats flat, especially for jadeite.
• Purity — cracks and heavy spotting lower value.
• Treatment — only natural Type A holds value.
• Size & workmanship — larger, well-carved, well-set pieces cost more.

Hetian (nephrite) jade price

For nephrite, the biggest driver is texture and "oiliness", followed by colour evenness. See our dedicated Hetian jade price guide for the full checklist, including how Russian, Qinghai and Xinjiang material compare.

Jade bracelet & bangle prices

Beaded bracelets are priced by bead size, uniformity, colour and translucency — a strand of large, evenly matched, translucent beads costs far more than mixed small beads. Solid bangles command a premium because they require a large, flawless piece of rough: a single crack can ruin the whole bangle, so clean, even bangles are surprisingly valuable.

How to judge value (not just price)

Don't chase the lowest number. Compare colour evenness, texture and certification across pieces in the samecategory. A certified Type A piece at a fair price is a better buy than a "cheap" treated one that will dull and lose value.

Why our pricing is fair

As a daily live-selling specialist and an authorized China Gold (中国黄金) partner with direct sourcing, we price keenly and grade honestly. Browse the collection or enquire for a quote and certificate on any piece.