Treasure Appraisal: My eyes can identify all things

After understanding Jiang Cheng's needs, Zhou Ying led Jiang Cheng around the store.

Speaking of which, Zhou Ying was very professional at work and introduced a lot of good antiques.

Calligraphy and painting, porcelain, exotic stones, jade Buddha ornaments, etc., everything is very exquisite.

However, Jiang Cheng was always hesitant.

Mainly because the prices are a bit expensive.

Seeing the object that Jiang Cheng had never taken a fancy to, Zhou Ying asked with a smile: "Brother Jiang, what is your psychological price?"

Jiang Cheng thought for a moment and found that his friendship with Shen Xinghai didn't seem that deep, and there was no business dealings.

There is no need to flatter.

The gift he gave was too valuable, and it seemed like he was mentally ill.

But after all, he didn't spend any money, and bought Shen Xinghai's villa worth more than 20 million for nothing.

And the identity of the Shen family is there after all. Since you are giving birthday gifts, you can't just find fake handicrafts on the street stalls!

I was extremely confused for a while.

Jiang Cheng thought for a moment: "About tens of thousands of yuan! It doesn't have to be too expensive, but it doesn't have to be too low-end either!"

Zhou Ying rolled her eyes and nodded.

Immediately, Jiang Cheng was led to the ancient shelf where jade carvings were placed.

Pointing at a blue-purple stone sculpture the size of a cabbage, he smiled and said: "Brother Jiang, what do you think of this piece of lapis lazuli? Although it is a modern handicraft, it can be considered a master's work. The price is not very expensive, 30,000 yuan." You can almost buy it at eight!”

Jiang Cheng looked at the blue-purple stone carefully, and his eyes suddenly lit up.

"Lapis Lazuli? The name is quite appropriate!"

He had never heard of this kind of jade.

However, he did know that the ancients had always valued blue and purple, and there was even a saying that purple energy came from the east.

Liu Xiang of the Han Dynasty once said in "Biography of Immortals" that when Laozi traveled to the west, Yin, the commander of the Pass, saw purple air floating in the pass, and Laozi passed by on a green ox.

Later, "Purple Air Comes from the East" was used to express auspiciousness.

Taoist leaders also respect purple robes, which means they respect blue and purple.

Looking at this piece of lapis lazuli, it is bright blue-purple in color. Not to mention, it really has a kind of nobility that cannot be concealed.

Depending on the grade, it’s more than 30,000 yuan!

"Zhou Ying, this lapis lazuli is quite grand, but what are these golden dots?"

"This! It's actually calcite, the golden color of lapis lazuli. It's best if it's scattered and even. If it's in pieces, it's worthless!"

Jiang Cheng then looked at the stone again. The blue color was mixed with dots of golden spots, and it was indeed very even.

Against the purple background, it feels like looking up at the stars under the night sky, which is really extraordinary.

Jiang Cheng was suddenly moved.

Seeing Jiang Cheng's interested expression, Zhou Ying continued: "Lapis lazuli is a kind of jade produced in Afghanistan. It was introduced to our country from Afghanistan through the Silk Road.

Together with turquoise and zircon, it is the birthstone of December. Lapis lazuli was called Zhulin, Jinjing, Jinyu, Qingdai, etc. in ancient China. Buddhism is called Venuli or Bi Liuli, and it is one of the witnesses of ancient Eastern and Western cultural exchanges!

In ancient Egypt thousands of years ago, lapis lazuli was as valuable as gold. In ancient India, Iran and other countries, lapis lazuli, turquoise, and coral were all precious jade varieties.

In ancient Greece and Rome, wearing lapis lazuli was considered a sign of wealth. Lapis lazuli is also known as "imperial blue" because of its "color like the sky". It was favored by ancient emperors and was often buried in tombs. "

Jiang Cheng was a little surprised. He didn't expect that this stone had so much history, and it was quite valuable.

And the price doesn't seem to be very expensive.

Jiang Cheng stepped forward again and carefully examined the contents of the stone carving.

Duan is an old man and a young man, visiting friends in the mountains.

The mountains, rocks, pines and cypresses, pavilions and pavilions are all carved lifelike and full of charm.

Jiang Cheng was very satisfied.

"Okay! Wrap it up for me!"

After Zhou Ying's explanation, Jiang Cheng was quite satisfied.

The carving has a good meaning, and the lapis lazuli material is also pretty good.

As a birthday gift, it should be more than enough.

"Hehe! It's settled then!"

Zhou Ying was very happy. Although it took a lot of effort, she still sold it.

Thirty-eight thousand, the bonus can be increased this month.

"Okay, Zhou Ying, help me find a beautiful box to put it in. After all, when giving a birthday gift, the packaging should be grand! I'll get it when I go back!"

I scanned the QR code at the counter and paid the bill. Jiang Cheng didn't forget to give me a reminder.

Zhou Ying grinned: "Hey! Brother Jiang, don't worry while I do the work! I guarantee that the atmosphere will be high-end!"

The old shopkeeper sat on the Taishi chair and joked with a smile: "Xiao Zhou! Today's performance is good! The bonus is not gone this month, right? After the salary is paid, we need to treat you!"

The other shop assistants nearby were envious when they saw Zhou Ying placing the order so quickly.

Also echoed.

"Yes! Yes! Sister Zhou, is it okay to have a small barbecue?"

Zhou Ying smiled even more happily.

"Hahaha! No problem, we'll make arrangements as soon as the salary is paid!"

"Wow! Sister Zhou is still so grand!"

Feeling the relaxed and happy atmosphere in the store, Jiang Cheng smiled lightly.

Just as he was about to go to the back house to meet his master Liu Ruiming, a young woman's voice came from behind him.

"Shopkeeper, do you collect antiques?"

Jiang Cheng hesitated slightly and glanced back subconsciously.

But he saw a woman wearing a high-end hip-hugging dress and carrying a Gucci bag walking in.

Women are very strange.

Wrapped up tightly on a hot day.

Mask, headscarf, toad goggles, and sun protection clothing.

Can't see the face clearly at all.

It can only be judged from the general shape of the face that the woman should be quite beautiful.

After listening to the woman's words, the old shopkeeper instantly became energetic. He sat up from the grand master's chair and looked at the woman carefully.

"I accept it, but where are your things?"

However, the old shopkeeper found that the woman had empty hands and looked strange.

"There are a lot of things. It's not convenient to bring them here. Can you come to collect them?"

The old shopkeeper raised his eyebrows and secretly thought that this was a big deal.

Furuixuan can do door-to-door delivery, but it is only for old customers.

Otherwise, everyone would ask him to come to collect the goods. If the goods are real, it would be fine. If they are fake, isn't it just being played for fun?

This is the woman's first time at Furui Xuan and she is a stranger.

He can't make the decision, so he has to ask Mr. Liu for instructions.

The old shopkeeper waved to Zhou Ying: "Xiao Zhou, go to the backyard and ask Mr. Liu to come over!"

Zhou Ying didn't hesitate, turned around and entered the backyard.

Seeing this scene, Jiang Cheng didn't need to go to the backyard. He found a chair and sat down, looking at the woman quietly.

Although the woman was wearing a mask and reflective goggles, this little bit of cover-up had no impact on Jiang Cheng.

When Jiang Cheng saw the woman's face clearly, he was stunned for a moment.

In his field of vision, he could clearly see obvious bruises around the woman's eyes.

Jiang Cheng used perspective again to glance at the woman's arms.

I also saw large bruises.

This was obviously a beating.

Jiang Cheng frowned for a moment.