In China, jade has a history of more than 5,000 years since the Paleolithic Age. It records the changes of human life and society, many years earlier than gold, silver, copper and iron. From Paleolithic Age to slave society and feudal society, wearing jade represents people's social status.
From grinding jade to exquisite jade carving works, jade has developed with the development of society, and jade culture has become more and more abundant-Yulong and Jade Bi in Neolithic Age, Jade Knife and Jade Brother in Shang and Zhou Dynasties, Sword ornaments and hooks in Spring and Autumn Period, Ruishou in Han Dynasty, Flower and Bird Hairpins in Tang and Song Dynasties, and large-scale jade carvings in Yuan, Ming and Qing Dynasties. Especially in the Qing Dynasty, the carving art reached the peak of China jade carving history.
It is worth mentioning that Yu Pei, made by Lu Zigang, a craftsman in the late Ming and early Qing Dynasties, pioneered the illustrations, novel composition and exquisite craftsmanship of Yu Pei ornaments, and is still revered today, commonly known as "Zigangpei". It adds more gorgeous colors to jade culture.
Jade maintenance:
1 to avoid collision with hard objects. Jade pieces are easy to crack after collision. Sometimes, although the cracks are invisible to the naked eye, there are dark cracks on the jade surface, which greatly damages its perfection and economic value.
2. Jade articles should avoid sun exposure. Prevent the texture and color of jade from being affected.
3, avoid chemicals, chemicals will bring some damage to jade, such as various detergents, soaps, pesticides, cosmetics, perfumes, hairdressing agents, etc. If you accidentally touch it, wipe it clean in time to avoid damage to jade.
4. Avoid dust and oil pollution as much as possible. If dirt or oil stains are attached to the surface of jade, it should be scrubbed with light soapy water first, and then rinsed with clear water. Chemical degreasing agent cannot be used.
5. The newly bought jade should also be soaked in clear water for several hours, cleaned with a soft brush (toothbrush), and then dried with a clean cotton cloth before wearing.