Experts guide us to write a new chapter together
Just yesterday (September 14), Mr. Pan Jianqiang, a well-known international gem expert, gem mineralogy and geology expert, visited the GIL International Gem Laboratory for a visit and exchange. He had an in-depth discussion with the laboratory's expert team on the current status and future development trends of the emerald and jade industry, and provided professional guidance on the laboratory's jade testing process.
Mr. Pan Jianqiang is a senior gemmologist and FGA (Royal Gemological Institute) gemologist. He has authored several influential works in the jewelry industry, including "Chinese Clay Minerals," "Jade," "Jade Gambling: An Art of Understanding Nature Through Mind and Wisdom," and "An Introduction to Jade Gambling."
In-depth communication and harmonious atmosphere
That morning, Mr. Pan Jianqiang, accompanied by laboratory director Hu Jianhua, toured the testing department of GIL International Gemological Laboratory . Drawing on his expertise in geology and gem mineralogy, he carefully observed the laboratory's advanced testing equipment and technical processes from the perspectives of mineral genesis and crystal structure.
During the visit, it was also revealed that jadeite is a mineral aggregate composed primarily of jadeite and various fine minerals. In mineralogy, it belongs to the pyroxene family. Its captivating green color comes from chromium, while its delicate texture stems from its interwoven fibrous structure. This unique structure is what makes jadeite so tough and resistant to brittleness.
The integration of modern technology and traditional jade culture is essential for the healthy development of the jade industry. Jade, a rare aggregate of sodium aluminum silicate minerals, undergoes a complex and lengthy formation process. Accurate identification and grading not only protects consumer rights but also plays a crucial role in maintaining order in the jade market.
In the subsequent discussion, Mr. Pan Jianqiang and laboratory experts engaged in in-depth discussions on the current challenges facing the jade industry and its future development direction. The jade industry is currently undergoing a critical period of transformation and upgrading. Consumers' understanding of jade is constantly improving, and their expectations for product quality and craftsmanship are also increasing. At the same time, the market is plagued by problems such as counterfeiting and passing off inferior products as high-quality ones, which require the concerted efforts of all parties in the industry to regulate. Jade is not only a commodity but also a vital carrier of Chinese culture. The healthy development of the industry requires the coordinated efforts of multiple parties, including brand companies, testing institutions, and jewelry practitioners.
As a leading expert in the industry, Mr. Pan Jianqiang provided valuable advice on GIL's jewelry testing process. For example, he provided professional guidance on optimizing the laboratory's testing standards and processes, focusing on jade's material properties, craftsmanship, and market conditions.
Hu Jianhua, head of the GIL laboratory, said that Mr. Pan Jianhua's guidance has given us a deeper understanding of gem mineralogy and craftsmanship. The laboratory will further improve the testing process and enhance service quality based on these suggestions, providing stronger technical support for the healthy development of the industry.
This exchange not only promoted the dialogue between jewelry and jade craftsmanship and modern technology, but also provided new ideas for the standardization and development of the jewelry industry. Both parties expressed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in the future and jointly promoting the jewelry industry to a new stage of high-quality development.