T/SWZJX 2303-2023 Jewelry and Agate Processing Standards
T/SWZJX 2303-2023 Jewelry and Agate Processing Standards
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Main Technical Content: 1. Scope This document specifies the terminology and definitions, processing procedures, inspection methods, inspection rules, and marking requirements for agate jewelry. It applies to the production and processing of agate. 2. Normative References The content of the following documents is an integral part of this document through normative references. Among them, the referenced documents with a specified date apply only to the version corresponding to that date; for those without a specified date, the latest version (including all amendments) applies. - GB/T 16552: Names of Jewelry and Jade - GB/T 16553: Appraisal of Jewelry and Jade - GB/T 36127: Evaluation of the Artistic Quality of Jade Carvings - T/SWZJX007: Marking of Jewelry and Jewelry 3. Terminology and Definitions The terms and definitions defined in GB/T 16552, GB/T 16553, GB/T 36127, and T/SWZJX007, as well as the following terms and definitions, apply to this document. 3.1 Chalcedony Chalcedony is primarily composed of quartz minerals, with a chemical composition of silicon dioxide (which may contain elements such as iron, aluminum, magnesium, calcium, potassium, manganese, nickel, and chromium). It is a cryptocrystalline aggregate with artistic value. 3.2 Agate Agate is a naturally occurring gemstone with two or more colors, distinct striations, patterns, or special structures, or exhibiting unique shapes due to its formation. Sometimes, inclusions, special optical effects, and crystalline inclusions can be observed. Fine quartz crystals may be present in the interstices between striations and inclusions. 3.3 Marking Marking refers to various indications used to identify jewelry and its quality, quantity, characteristics, properties, uses, and usage methods, including text, symbols, numbers, patterns, and other descriptive elements. Jewelry markings can be divided into stamps, labels, and other marking methods. 4. Processing Procedures 4.1 Phy