Chapter 461 Too Harsh
Snail jade is a Paleozoic marine pearl snail fossil that was later silicified. It is a non-renewable natural heritage. In addition, the conditions for its formation are extremely harsh, so it is extremely rare.
The probability of paleontology forming fossils is extremely low, and the probability of forming jade is even slimmer. Snail jade, which has the four elements of being natural, rare, hard and beautiful, is truly rare.
The hardness of snail jade can reach 6.5-7.5. Academic circles classify it as a natural organic gemstone.
Because snail jade is produced in ancient geological times, it is earlier than the appearance of dinosaurs on the earth.
The mysterious color of ancient animals accompanied by beautiful graphics, as well as the mystery and rarity formed are the intrinsic value of snail jade.
Snail jade is not only white, but also comes in other colors.
But now, everyone does not realize the value of snail jade.
Luohua jade with no impurities and better polishing technology can often be sold at a good price.
Seeing this, Han Xiaorui was even more sure that this business could be done.
After returning from the library, Han Xiaorui came to the commercial street, where a handmade shell craft shop has now opened.
There are three shops next to it, which are still empty. Han Xiaorui plans to sell snail jade in this shop.
The shop is easy to open, just order a few glass cabinets, install some soft lights, and make some decorations before it can be put into use.
You can make snail jade jewelry, which requires a craftsman.
Because most of the conches that have been turned into jade are embedded in coral fossils.
If the master is not experienced enough, he will be too weak to knock out the snail jade.
If you use too much force, it is very likely that cracks will appear inside the snail jade, which will affect its appearance.
After thinking about it, Han Xiaorui found Yang Zhigang and wanted to find a master who made jade jewelry.
When Yang Zhigang heard this, he thought for a moment, "I really don't know anyone in this field! Just wait a moment and I'll ask you."
Han Xiaorui nodded, "Then trouble Uncle Yang! After all, this is a technical job, and there are few people who can do it."
Yang Zhigang smiled and said, "They say that a line is like a mountain. When it comes to fishing, we all know it. If you have never come into contact with these jade stones, you naturally don't know it. Just because we don't know it doesn't mean that others don't know it."
Han Xiaorui readily agreed.
Coming back from Yang Zhigang, I happened to pass by Wu's house.
Yao Ziqian and Wu Lingling returned to their parents' home and happened to arrive at the door.
Wu Lingling saw Han Xiaorui and said hello quickly, "Xiaorui, are you okay?"
Han Xiaorui explained the purpose of looking for Yang Zhigang, "Uncle Yang has a lot of connections, but he doesn't know anyone in this field."
When Wu Lingling heard this, she shook her head and laughed, pointing at Yao Ziqian.
"Look for him! He is on the Antique Street. There are many jade sellers. Some are antique jade, most of which are made of current jade. There are also some shops that directly sell jewelry made of new jade."
Hearing this, Han Xiaorui's eyes lit up, "Yeah, look at my head, it's like it's not spinning around, and I didn't even think about it! Ziqian, do you know anyone in this field?"
Yao Ziqian smiled and nodded, "Now I know everyone in the antique street, and I also know a lot of the bosses who make jade jewelry."
"Don't be anxious yet. I'll help you find out when I get back in the afternoon. See if anyone is willing to come and work with you."
Han Xiaorui smiled and said, "By the way, help me find out the wages of such masters!" "Okay!" Yao Ziqian took the job.
In the afternoon, Yao Ziqian returned to Antique Street from Jinshan Bay. He did not rush to inquire about other people's shops.
He found a large piece of paper and wrote on it that he was recruiting skilled workers to make jade jewelry, and the wages would be favorable.
Posting the recruitment on the shelf at the door, not long after, a young man in his twenties poked his head in, "Boss, are you recruiting jade workers?"
Yao Ziqian replied: "Yes, do you want to apply?"
The young man nodded, "Yes, my name is Sun Dayong, and I am an apprentice from Zhenbaoxuan in front of me."
"You are an apprentice over there and you have come to apply for a job here. Do you want your job there?" Yao Ziqian was curious.
The young man shook his head and smiled bitterly, "Apprentices usually do odd jobs and then learn a trade. I originally started my apprenticeship three years ago, but according to the rules, I have to work for the master for three years, which is what I should do."
"I have worked according to the regulations, and I have received almost no salary for the past three years. But now three years have passed, and I want salary, and the master is willing to give it, but the master wife is not willing. She also said that I am good at my craftsmanship because the master taught me well. Just give them five years.”
Yao Ziqian was startled, "Then what a bad rule! You are already a grown man. You may have to earn money to support your family, marry a wife and raise children. You can't do it without a salary."
Sun Dayong felt sad, "Yes, my parents used to work both ways, and the family's financial situation was pretty good. They supported my hobbies, and they supported me even if they didn't make money."
"But now my mother's textile factory is about to close down, and my mother is laid off. My father's factory cannot pay full wages, and they all expect me to earn money to support the family after the three-year period expires."
"But if I work for the master and mistress for another two years, my family won't be able to open up the trouble, let alone marry a wife and have children, and my life will be impossible. I can't let my parents support me when I'm in my twenties."
Yao Ziqian nodded and smiled, "What I'm saying is that a man must support his family and not make his parents work too hard. So, what do you think is your current salary level and are you satisfied with it?"
Sun Dayong thought for a while, "It can't be less than seventy yuan."
Hearing this, Yao Ziqian breathed a sigh of relief, it's not too high, it's okay, "Okay, I'll write you an address, you take the tools and go to a shell handicraft store to find the store manager, and someone will inspect your craftsmanship. ”
Sun Dayong's eyes lit up, "Thank you, Master Yao."
His wife said that no one on this street would dare to recruit him.
Sun Dayong just wanted to come over and give it a try, but he didn't expect it to work.
Although he has not yet had an actual interview, Sun Dayong is very confident in his craft.
Most of the jade items sold in the master's shop are made by him and his senior brother.
He has no salary, and his senior brother's salary is pitiful.
However, because of the mistress’s words, the senior brother could only continue to work in Zhenbao Pavilion angrily.
Sun Dayong returned to the shop and said that he had something to do tomorrow and asked for a day off.
There has been a lot of work recently. The master's eyes are not eyes, and the nose is not a nose. "After finishing the work, come back as soon as possible. There is a lot of work recently. Your master has taught you the craft, and you must be conscientious. Once you are a teacher, you will always be a father."
"If you dare to be disobedient and work hard, don't think about living on this street in the future. But don't worry, Dayong. If you work for another two years, I guarantee you a salary."
Thinking that his senior brother's pitiful salary was only half of that of other jade masters, Sun Dayong didn't want to stay here for a moment.
However, he did not dare to be stubborn with his wife until he found a job.
After putting some tools in his bag, Sun Dayong left quietly.
The next day, Sun Dayong took a bus and came to Jinshan Bay. He was shocked and thought he had gone to the wrong place.