Treasure identifying Golden Finger

3As soon as Faang Cheng finished speaking, everyone present was quiet at first, but soon after, heated discussions broke out.    

    

"What?" A fake? "    

    

"How is this possible? Elder Wen has done a lot of research on jade, how could it be fake? "    

    

"That's right, this kid really dares to say such things!"    

    

The crowd's discussion made Han Yu sneer before walking up to them.    

    

"What did I say? People like you aren't reliable at all!"    

    

Faang Cheng did not say a word, he only looked at Elder Wen quietly. Wen Jing ran over and grabbed onto the clothes on his waist.    

    

"Why are you so stupid? How can something that my grandfather has set his eyes on be fake?" Do you know how to speak? "    

    

Faang Cheng still did not speak, the Elder Wen smiled and did not refute him, she only looked at Han Yu.    

    

"Han Yu, you are most proficient at jade objects. Come and help this old man with your palm and eye. See if this thing is real or fake!"    

    

"If you say that I'm helping, then you're being too kind. Fine, I'll take a look at that jade cup!"    

    

With that, Han Yu walked towards Faang Cheng, took the white jade cup from him, and carefully examined it.    

    

"This cup body is a blossoming sunflower with five petals overlapping each other. The bottom of the cup is carved with five flower stamens while the outside of the cup is carved with folded autumn sunflower leaves that form the cup handle and cup holder! The white jade was crystal clear, its color smooth and almost completely transparent! Its flowers and leaves were smooth and the cup body was smooth and exquisite. The characteristics of this white jade were vividly displayed! However, although this jade cup was extremely exquisite, its overall structure was simple. It inherited the color of literati culture in the late Yuan and early Ming dynasties, and was exquisite and exquisite in appearance! "Also, in the fine details of the engravings, there are faint traces of deep red orange peel and dust spots on the sides of the cup. These two indications are important features of the ancient jade, so …"    

    

As Han Yue said this, he couldn't help but pause for a moment. His eyes glanced in the direction that Faang Cheng was standing, and then he continued.    

    

"This White Jade Flower Cup is indeed an Ancient Jade Cup of the Ming Dynasty. Elder Wen, congratulations on reaching the top!"    

    

With that, Han Yu handed the jade cup over to the Elder Wen. All the people who came to the Antiquities and Antiquities Exhibition more or less understood some knowledge about appraising treasures, and after listening to Han Yu's explanation, the surrounding crowd all nodded their heads in praise.    

    

Elder Wen received the white jade cup with a beaming smile, then looked towards Faang Cheng.    

    

"What is it? Was there anything else that he couldn't accept? You can say it! "    

    

Faang Cheng looked at the surrounding crowd, as well as the few experts standing not far away from him, before he returned his gaze back to the white jade cup in Elder Wen's hands, and sighed. He didn't want to slap Han Yu's face in front of the crowd anymore, but there was a phrase called "NoZuoNoDie" right? What can I do about him wanting to hit the gun? Therefore, Faang Cheng cleared his throat and looked towards Elder Wen.    

    

"This jade cup can at best be called a handicraft, it is definitely not an ancient jade! Elder Wen, as long as you give me some iron filings, vinegar, and fire, I can create countless of these jade cups for you! "    

    

After Faang Cheng finished speaking, the spectators all sucked in a breath of cold air.    

    

Faang Cheng scoffed in his heart, just a few days ago, he saw an essay called "Ten Forms of Ancient Jade Forging" in the book that he had borrowed from Wu Yong. The article introduced the technique of Forging Jade from the Qian Long of the Qing Dynasty, it was called "Knock Rust" and it was not something he wanted to say, but he couldn't stand to see Han Yu's self-righteous and despicable face, so he took the white jade cup from Elder Wen and showed it to everyone.    

    

This kind of ancient jade forging method, called 'Keng Ri', was developed during the Qing Dynasty. It is very easy to use this method, and it is very easy to mix the material with iron filings, then use hot vinegar to quench it, and then place it under wet ground for several days, before burying it in the ground passed by heavy vehicles for several months to retrieve. At this time, the jade has already been corroded by iron filings, causing orange stripes to appear, and the deep red is the color of iron rust, not the accumulated corrosion color.    

    

Faang Cheng explained in detail, every word was meticulously thought out and organized, causing everyone who heard to nod their heads, some even clapped for him.    

    

"You … Even if the method you spoke of exists, how can you prove that the jade cup was forged? "    

    

After Han Yue heard what Faang Cheng said, his face flushed red.    

    

"Hmph, the reason why I dared to explain this method in such detail and in such a complete manner is because I know the method to appraise it. As long as I bring some hydrochloric acid over, everyone will know whether the dark red color of the jade is rust or not!"    

    

Faang Cheng pointed to the deep red lines etched into the jade cup.    

    

"As long as you scrape off a little of the rust stains and put it in a small amount of hydrochloric acid solution, you will see bubbles appearing and the solution will turn light green. Then, this is rust! Oh right, there are also spots on the ground. Normally, spots of ancient jade would be deeply dyed into the flesh of jade. This kind of spots would only need a light brush to be removed, so … It's that simple! "    

    

After hearing Faang Cheng's explanation, Han Yue was no longer able to say anything, he could only stare blankly at the jade cup in his hand. Elder Wen, seeing Han Yue's dumbstruck expression, walked forward and patted on his shoulder.    

    

"There are many talents in the world. We are already old. The young people of today … He couldn't be underestimated! How about it, you must accept your loss wholeheartedly! "    

    

Hearing Elder Wen's words, Han Yue couldn't help but bitterly smile and nod his head.    

    

"Alright, I admit that this brat truly has some ability. If he can say 'expert', then I, Han Li, will wholeheartedly accept my loss!"    

    

Faang Cheng was slightly surprised with Han Yu's attitude. He thought that he would be a difficult character to deal with, but he didn't expect him to be so magnanimous. Even if he was wrong, he could still face him calmly. There was a certain reason for him to be able to become a Jade Artifact Grandmaster!    

    

"Senior Han is too serious. Actually, if Senior were to carefully observe, you would also notice the problem. It's just that …" My mind is not clear! "    

    

Faang Cheng bravely stepped forward and interrupted.    

    

"So what if I lost? I was even teased by you, I really have a temper. If I still have any more jade artifacts to appraise, I'll still have to test you!"    

    

Han Yue saw that Faang Cheng was truly capable, and his attitude towards him became much better.    

    

"This little friend Faang Cheng is not only able to appraise jade artifacts, in my opinion, he has great attainments in all kinds of ancient cultural relics. He owns an antique shop in Qin An, if you guys have the chance to take a look, that shop is truly full of good stuff! This little brat just knows when to look at things. Maybe this is talent! "    

    

The Elder Wen took the opportunity to brag to everyone, causing Faang Cheng to feel especially embarrassed. She blushed slightly, and Wen Jing, who was standing beside the Elder Wen, was surprised to see that Faang Cheng had interjected so confidently and confidently, because Faang Cheng had once again thoroughly flattered her. Seeing his delicate and scholarly look, she did not expect that she was an expert in martial arts, and the adoration in her heart grew even stronger!    

    

"Elder Wen …"    

    

After Elder Zhang finished with the appraisal, he walked over and greeted the Elder Wen. The two of them were both Fellow Scholars of the Historical and Cultural Heritage Research Institute, while the Elder Wen was Elder Zhang's senior.    

    

"Are you old enough to have a beloved disciple?"    

    

Elder Zhang laughed as he looked at Faang Cheng. He naturally knew that those who could enter the Elder Wen's eyes were naturally not ordinary people.    

    

"Love disciple? I can't take him in as my disciple because … I don't know what else I can teach him! "    

    

This sentence was undoubtedly the greatest confirmation to Faang Cheng, and was even more amazing than him becoming's disciple. The few of them looked at the young Faang Cheng, and their eyes were now completely different from before!    

    

"Forget it, I won't bother you guys any longer. My granddaughter, Qi Si, and I still have to go out for a stroll. You guys can stay busy for now!"    

    

Elder Wen looked at the long line of people waiting to be appraised, and said while smiling to the few members of the experts.    

    

"Then Elder Wen, take care!"    

    

"Take care, Elder Wen!"    

    

Everyone bid their farewells to the Elder Wen.    

    

"Hey, I'll have some fun with you in the afternoon!"    

    

Before Wen Jing left, she patted Faang Cheng's back and said:    

    

"It's only been one morning since the treasure inspection. It stopped at 12 o'clock. Where are you going to find me?"    

    

Faang Cheng maintained the order of the crowd who saw his performance and rushed over to check on him, while looking at Wen Jing,    

    

"Ah?" Where are you going this afternoon? "    

    

Wen Jing was somewhat disappointed.    

    

"Since I've come to the Expo, of course I have to take a stroll around!"    

    

Faang Cheng had brought a mission with him, if he did not get some good stuff, his shop would really run out of stock.    

    

"Boring. Then I'll call you back this afternoon!"    

    

Waving her hand towards Faang Cheng, Wen Jing turned her head and chased after her grandfather who had already walked far away. When the crowd saw this scene, they couldn't help but to suddenly realize the truth.    

    

"Sigh, does this Elder Wen intend to accept Faang Cheng as his grandson-in-law?"    

    

Zhong Chengzhi rubbed his chubby face as he guessed with a smile.    

    

"Maybe the Elder Wen is thirsty for good, how can I let go of such a good seedling like Faang Cheng? It must be a plan already! "    

    

At this point, the members of the group of experts could finally live in peace!    

    

— — The content is from [Mick Read]