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Identification and Appraisal of Jadeite

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Offered by Shenzhen City Polytechnic, the bilingual course Identification and Appraisal of Jadeite is designed to cultivate future professionals with both expertise and a global outlook in jadeite identification and appraisal. Led by a provincial-level distinguished educator, the course features a team of industry experts and veteran instructors who together ensure its authority, comprehensiveness, and practical relevance.

The curriculum integrates theory with hands-on practice and covers three core modules:

Fundamentals of Jadeite – basic knowledge, global origins, and authentication;

Jadeite Quality Evaluation – multi-dimensional assessment covering color, texture, transparency, clarity, and craftsmanship;

Jadeite Commercial Market – current market trends, trading practices, and cultural significance.

Students will have access to a rich collection of actual jadeite specimens, experience identification workflows that blend traditional methods with modern technology, and gain a deep understanding of how time-honored craftsmanship and digital innovation work hand in hand.



Syllabus

  • 1 Jadeite Quality Evaluation System
    • 1.1 The Origin of the Name Jadeite and Jade Culture
    • 1.2 Jadeite Quality Evaluation System
    • 1.3 Observation Conditions for Jadeite Quality Evaluation
  • 2 Jadeite Color Evaluation
    • 2.1 The Concept of Color
    • 2.2 Evaluation Methods for Colors
    • 2.3 The Genetic Classification of Jadeite's Color
    • 2.4 Colorless Jadeite Evaluation
    • 2.5 Green Jadeite Evaluation
    • 2.6 Purple Jadeite Evaluation
    • 2.7 Evaluating Other Colors of Jadeite
    • 2.8 Evaluation of Color Combinations
    • 2.9 The Evaluation of Jadeite Color Distribution Patterns
  • 3 Jadeite Transparency Evaluation
    • 3.1 The Basic Concept of Jadeite Transparency
    • 3.2 Influencing Factors of Jadeite Transparency
    • 3.3 Methods for Observing Jadeite Transparency
    • 3.4 Evaluation of Colorless Jadeite Transparency
    • 3.5 Evaluation of Green Jadeite Transparency
  • 4 Jadeite Texture Evaluation
    • 4.1 The Basic Concept of Jadeite Texture
    • 4.2 Jadeite Texture Analysis and Testing
    • 4.3 Commercial Classification of Jadeite Texture Quality
    • 4.4 National Standardized Classification of Jadeite Texture Quality
    • 4.5 The Effect of Jadeite Texture
  • 5 Jadeite Clarity Evaluation
    • 5.1 The Basic Concept of Jadeite Clarity
    • 5.2 Types of Internal Clarity Characteristics of Jadeite
    • 5.3 Jadeite External Clarity Characteristics Type
    • 5.4 Factors Affecting Jadeite Clarity Assessment
    • 5.5 The Effect of Jadeite Clarity on Value
    • 5.6 Jadeite Clarity Affects the Type of Carving
    • 5.7 Comprehensive Evaluation of Jadeite Clarity
  • 6 Jadeite Craftsmanship Evaluation
    • 6.1 Classification of Jadeite Products
    • 6.2 Craftsmanship Evaluation of Jadeite Jewelry-Raw Material Quality Requirements
    • 6.3 Craftsmanship Quality Evaluation-Cabochon
    • 6.4 Craftsmanship Quality Evaluation-Jewelry
    • 6.5 Craftsmanship Quality Evaluation-Bangle
    • 6.6 Craftsmanship Quality Evaluation-Handheld Carving
  • 7 Jadeite Variety Classification
    • 7.1 Overview of Jadeite Variety
    • 7.2 Commercial Classification of Jadeite Variety
    • 7.3 Academic Classification of Jadeite Variety
    • 7.4 Classification of Jadeite Varieties
  • Final Exam

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    Shenzhen City Polytechnic

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