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What are the differences between Hotan jade and jadeite? Which is better, Hotan jade or jadeite

As we all know, Hotan jade and jadeite are the two most important varieties in the jade market. Their value and quality are the top representatives of the jade family. However, Hotan jade is China's' National Jade 'with a long history, while jadeite is a well-known' imported product 'in China. This special attribute also makes the two compete against each other in the jade market. Some people think Hotan jade is good and others think jadeite is good. Which is better? What are the differences between Hotan jade and jadeite?

The difference between Hotan jade and jadeite

In fact, the difference between Hetian jade and jadeite is very obvious. In terms of appearance, they are completely different. The color of Hotan jade is generally simple and elegant, mainly light color, with low transparency, coupled with the oil luster on the surface, so Hotan jade looks gentle, soft, elegant and introverted, often giving people a kind of simple and elegant beauty.

The appearance and texture of jadeite is completely opposite to that of Hotan jade. The color of jadeite is rich and gorgeous, as well as elegant and quiet. However, because its luster is glass luster and superior to the transparency of Hotan jade, both colored jadeite and colorless jadeite look brighter than Hotan jade, giving people a kind of crystal beauty.

In addition to the most significant difference in appearance, Hotan jade is also different from jadeite in composition. Hotan jade is a nephrite mineral with intertwined tremolite as the main component, and jadeite is a fibrous aggregate jadeite composed of pyroxene minerals dominated by jadeite minerals. Therefore, their hardness is also different, and the hardness of jadeite is greater than that of Hotan jade.

Which is better, Hotan jade or jadeite

After understanding the difference between Hotan jade and jadeite, we can find that there is no solution to the problem of which Hotan jade and jadeite is good, because they are two completely different kinds of jade and can not be compared. As for whether to choose Hotan jade or jadeite, it can only be determined according to personal preferences. Some people like low-key and introverted Hotan jade, while others naturally like luxurious and atmospheric jadeite.

The above is about the difference between Hotan jade and jadeite. After reading this article, I believe you must understand it. Thank you very much for reading.