How to tell the quality of olivine?

According to the shape and size of olivine nucleus

Half of the nuclear carving artists classify olivine into the following categories: 1. Single core: also known as large core, the length is generally more than 5CM, which is more suitable for carving single items and has higher value.

2 。 Small core: Compared with single core, small core is very small and rare in the market, so the price is generally higher. 3。 Strange core:

It's what nuclear sculptors call a strangely shaped core, such as bergamot. It is a unique work of art that has not been processed, because such nuclei are rare and expensive. 4 。 Slender nucleus:

Long and narrow in shape, it is generally used for carving nuclear ships and other themes. 5。 Round core: It is round in shape and is the most common core engraved with 18 arhat. Ordinary nuclear: This kind of nuclear is relatively common and is generally used to make Siu Chu.

Second, according to the classification of nuclear strengthening:

1, Erhua: Usually this kind of core is relatively flat, which is the first choice for creativity, and the output of this core material is very limited;

2, Sanhua: a very common olive pit with three ribs on the surface and many varieties; 3. Huasi: The output is relatively small, and the four edges on the surface are evenly distributed. Lohan and Hexian are usually preferred;

4, more flowers: this kind of core is also a strange core, which is relatively rare, and it is difficult to find, and celebrities are often found; ?

Third, according to the nuclear color classification?

1, black diamond: black skin, extremely red meat, easy to pulp, fast discoloration, is an ideal material for Lohan; 2, Red King Kong: the skin is red and the flesh color is slightly red; 3, iron round core: the skin is dark, the density of white ribs is high, and it is stable and easy to engrave;

4, purple core: purple skin, ordinary material, some senior masters creative first choice. If you have time, you can visit Bao Bo Art Network.