As the host of the meeting, Meng Tianxiang first introduced the experts present to Zhuang Zhou.

In addition to my uncle Pan Zhensong, there is also Xu Jingxian, director of the National Museum and chairman of the expert committee for the reproduction of national treasures in the museum.

There were also several other experts whom Zhuang Zhou had met at the Kyoto National Museum.

In addition, there was another person who surprised Zhuang Zhou a little.

It turned out to be Lin Yuan from the Qingdu City Bureau.

What's going on?

Is he going to confirm his guilt on the spot and take him away directly?

"Mr. Zhuang, we meet again?"

As the leader of the expert group, Xu Jingxian spoke with a smile.

The whole person seems very relaxed.

Zhuang Zhou could only smile back:

"Hello, Director Xu!

I never thought we would meet again."

After a few pleasantries, Xu Jingxian began to introduce the situation of this appraisal:

"Mr. Zhuang, after appraisal by our expert group.

These twelve golden dragons, whether in terms of shape, material, craftsmanship, or patterns and color, all conform to the characteristics of dragon-shaped vessels from the Tang Dynasty."

After a brief pause, Xu Jingxian continued:

"The gilding technique on it is particularly noteworthy, as it is a technique unique to the Tang Dynasty. It has not faded after thousands of years, which shows how precious it is."

Zhuang Zhou couldn't help but ask:

"And then? Is it forbidden to photograph cultural relics?"

Xu Jingxian smiled slightly and said:

"Strictly speaking, yes."

What are you talking about?

Then strictly speaking, it doesn’t count?

Although Zhuang Zhou was a little confused, he still waited patiently for Xu Jingxian's explanation.

Xu Jingxian seemed to see his confusion and continued to explain:

"Mr. Zhuang, when we say 'artifacts prohibited from auction,' we don't mean these golden dragons themselves can't be circulated or auctioned, but rather that they must comply with certain conditions and procedures."

He took a sip of tea and continued:

"These twelve golden dragons are undoubtedly treasures from the Tang Dynasty, possessing extremely high historical value and cultural significance.

However, since it is a high-quality replica, it is not strictly a national treasure, so it is not explicitly listed as a cultural relic prohibited from circulation or auction.

When Zhuang Zhou heard this, he seemed to think he had heard it wrong.

"Director Xu, the treasure you just mentioned, is it a treasure in the collection?"

"yes!"

Oh my god!

Only then did Zhuang Zhou realize that he had made a big mistake.

He thought it was real or fake!

It turns out that it refers to treasures that are collected.

The pressure was immediately relieved:

"Then can these golden dragons be auctioned normally?"

Xu Jingxian shook his head and said:

“Although they are not cultural relics prohibited from circulation, according to relevant laws and regulations.

Such high-quality replicas must be reviewed and approved by relevant departments before being auctioned to ensure their legal origin and clear destination.”

This is easy to understand!

Just like the National Museum of China, many national treasures are also copied.

But they must all be reviewed and approved by the relevant departments.

Especially the collection certificate of the National Museum.

Zhuang Zhou nodded, finally understanding.

The cultural relics market is extremely complex and sensitive.

The circulation of any precious cultural relic, even a high-quality imitation, needs to undergo strict review and supervision.

Otherwise, it may cause a series of problems once entering the market.

For example, fluctuations in market prices and misunderstandings of cultural values.

Some even engage in illegal transactions under the guise of national treasures.

Zhuang Zhou nodded and said:

"Director Xu, I understand!"

Seeing that Zhuang Zhou understood, Xu Jingxian continued:

"Mr. Zhuang, our expert group has already given an appraisal opinion on the twelve golden dragons in your hand.

Now, on behalf of the expert group, I would like to ask you, what are you going to do with these twelve golden dragons?"

After he finished speaking, everyone looked over.

They all looked at Zhuang Zhou.

Zhuang Zhou thought for a moment and asked:

"Director Xu, could you tell me approximately what the price of these twelve golden dragons would be if they were auctioned?"

Xu Jingxian's expression darkened slightly when he heard this:

"Mr. Zhuang, the value of cultural relics is actually difficult to measure with money.

However, we can make a rough estimate based on past auction records and market conditions."

He paused and continued:

"As far as I know, similar dragon-shaped vessels from the Tang Dynasty have fetched prices in the auction market of millions or even tens of millions in recent years.

These twelve golden dragons are far superior to those auction items in terms of both quantity and quality.

Therefore, I personally believe that the market value of these twelve golden dragons is at least over 100 million."

When Zhuang Zhou heard this, he was stunned!

One hundred million?

This, this is too expensive!

The price offered by Christie's is 33.72 to 40.11 million CNY.

This is much higher than the auction price given by Christie's!

However, Zhuang Zhou soon calmed down.

He knew that the value of these twelve golden dragons was not just their material preciousness.

It is more about the historical and cultural significance it carries.

He took a deep breath and replied:

"Director Xu, first of all, I would like to thank all the experts for their help and appraisal.

For me, these twelve golden dragons are not just a collection, but also a legacy and a responsibility."

Everyone was a little confused.

Zhuang Zhou glanced around and continued:

“Actually, my original intention of opening an antique shop was not to make money.

Instead, I hope to let more people understand and appreciate these precious cultural relics through my own way.

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