Chapter 262: Buying A Bracelet
Yun Jiao raised her paw and greeted the old man.
“Old Grandpa, I brought my parents to have you look at the bracelets.”
Old Master Xu, Old Gu, and the couple Yun Linhe all walked in.
Old Gu squatted down and began to examine the two bracelets.
The old man saw that they genuinely wanted to buy, and immediately began to talk animatedly about the two bracelets.
The bracelets were real, and could be considered antiques, so he spoke without any guilt.
“These two bracelets were taken from a single piece of stone, they are a pair of twin bracelets. Both the color and the pattern distribution are the same. They are also treasures passed down from our ancestors. If it weren’t for the urgent need for money at home now, I would have wanted to continue passing these treasures down to the next generation.”
As the old man spoke, his gaze towards the pair of bracelets was full of reluctance.
“Our family was once prominent, otherwise we wouldn’t have such a pair of bracelets. It’s a pity that things are impermanent…”
In this world, there are no eternally prosperous prominent families. Moreover, with the outbreak of war, the family was displaced. The preserved treasures were divided among the clan members and became fewer and fewer.
Now, out of their entire large family, only he, his wife, and his son have settled down here.
He had hidden these bracelets underground when he sensed things were not going well, which is why they were not discovered. Now that the situation has stabilized, antique items are beginning to resurface. His elder grandson is promising, studies well, and last year he got into Qingbei University by his own ability. However, the family doesn’t have much money. In order to pave the way for his elder grandson, these investments are necessary.
Bracelets are inanimate objects. Although he was reluctant, the old man knew even better that only with prosperous descendants could the family prosper endlessly.
“The items are indeed good items.”
Old Gu nodded after he finished looking.
This pair of bracelets is not only a rare twin set, but the material is excellent. The clarity and color are top-notch. Most importantly, this item is a true antique.
“This bracelet should be a carved bracelet from the Qing Dynasty, and the craftsman who carved it was a master artisan.”
“Qing Dynasty jade bracelets were actually more popular in green, but purple also represented nobility in ancient times, so it was also a color that many nobles privately preferred. For the sake of beauty, and to symbolize good fortune, some people liked to carve animals, plants, auspicious clouds, or inscriptions with good meanings on the bracelets. These bracelets are carved with cranes. Cranes symbolize bestowing children, longevity, and noble character…”
Old Gu said a lot, and Yun Jiao squatted beside him, listening attentively.
She also felt that the two beautiful big birds on the bracelet looked quite good.
So they were cranes.
Of course, Old Gu spoke to Yun Jiao in a quieter voice. The surrounding environment was too noisy, so others couldn’t hear very clearly.
But Yun Jiao had good ears, so she heard very clearly.
Old Gu touched Yun Jiao’s head: “You can buy it.”
For one hundred thousand yuan, these bracelets were indeed not too expensive.
If it weren’t for this little one taking a fancy to them, Old Gu himself would have wanted to buy them for his collection.
This little one has quite good taste.
And good luck too.
Yun Jiao turned her head and looked at Yun Linhe expectantly.
“Then, let’s buy them then.”
Yun Linhe felt a pang of heartache. One hundred thousand yuan just for these two bracelets, and the hundred thousand yuan was gone.
Wang Mei patted Yun Linhe’s arm: “What are you hesitating for? Go with them to remit the money.”
Yun Linhe didn’t understand: “Wife, didn’t you say before…”
Wang Mei directly rolled her eyes at him: “Say what? Didn’t you hear Old Gu say these things are real? Then buy them.”
To be honest, those two little things were indeed good-looking.
The old man didn’t expect that the transaction would be settled so easily.
The person who had been bargaining down to eighty thousand yuan, seeing that Old Gu had authenticated them, wanted to buy them even more.
Old Gu was very famous in the antique world, and he recognized the man.
At this moment, he deeply regretted not buying the bracelets earlier.
“Brother, when buying things, shouldn’t there be a ‘first come, first served’ principle? I also want to buy these two bracelets.”
Regardless, as long as he didn’t offend Old Gu, he also wanted to fight for himself.
Yun Linhe: “Weren’t you still bargaining with him? You offered eighty thousand, but we are going to spend one hundred thousand yuan to buy them.”
He’s still fighting over one hundred thousand yuan?
“I, I’m willing to pay one hundred thousand too.”
Yun Linhe thought to himself, if Jiaojiao truly liked them and he couldn’t bear to see her disappointed, he would have given the bracelets to him.
“How about this, I’ll offer one hundred and one thousand yuan. I really like these bracelets, could you do me the favor of parting with them?”
Yun Linhe’s eyes widened. No, brother, why are you starting a bidding war!
The old man selling the bracelets was the happiest.
Of course, he hoped his bracelets would sell for more money.
And it wasn’t bragging, these bracelets were definitely worth the price.
And the price would only increase in the future, not decrease!
“You… you weren’t willing to spend eighty thousand before? Why are you offering a higher price now!”
The man chuckled: “For something you love, the highest bidder wins. We’re doing business.”
Yun Linhe was furious and grudgingly added one hundred yuan.
When it reached one hundred thousand and one thousand five hundred yuan, the man, perhaps seeing that they were determined to buy the bracelets and not wanting to offend Old Gu, eventually withdrew with regret.
“I don’t need these bracelets anymore, but I wonder if I can be so fortunate as to ask Old Gu to help me take a look. My father likes vases, and his seventieth birthday is coming up. I want to buy a vase to give to him.”
Old Gu was not angry about him bidding for the bracelets.
Such things were not uncommon in their line of work, and the man hadn’t gone too far.
However, Yun Linhe and his group were unlucky enough to have to pay an extra one thousand five hundred yuan.
Old Gu: “Does this comrade know me?”
“Old Gu, you are a master in this industry. My father particularly likes antiques and calligraphy. I had the honor of meeting you before.”
Old Gu nodded: “Since that’s the case, this old man will accompany you for a stroll. It’s also been some time since I’ve been here.”
Yun Jiao also wanted to stroll around.
So Yun Linhe took the old man selling the bracelets to remit money, while Yun Jiao, along with her master and Old Gu, began to stroll through the ghost market.
The antique business is complex, with many genuine and fake items placed together. Those who don’t have a good understanding of antiques are easily deceived.
Amateurs are even more unable to distinguish.
Even the stall owners might not know where they collected their old bowls, porcelain plates, and vases from, or whether they are antiques.
It’s just that antiques sell for a high price, and based on the principle of selling whatever they can, they claim everything is an antique, regardless of whether people recognize it or not. Perhaps they can fool someone and make a profit.
Walking and stopping with Old Gu, Yun Jiao was also looking for things she liked.
When she looks at things, she doesn’t care if they are antiques or their value; what matters is whether she likes them.
For example, that round, plump teapot made of purple clay, with the handle shaped like a small cat drinking water.
The stall owner boasted extensively, claiming it was from the Song Dynasty and used by nobility.
Old Gu immediately pointed out several traces indicating it was a modern craft.
The stall owner immediately shriveled up, reducing the price of the teapot from three thousand to three hundred.
Old Gu: “Fifty. Only the purple clay of your teapot is real, and the workmanship is decent. Otherwise, it’s not even worth fifty yuan.”
Stall owner: “Alright, alright, I’ve really run into an expert. Take it away.”
Yun Jiao: …From three thousand to fifty, is there really that much markup?
