After paying the money, Qiao Meng and others left the stall one after another, making the stall owner look confused. He originally thought that so many people were about to open a shop, but he didn't expect that not only was this not just the beginning, but it was actually the beginning.
This is the pinnacle of his visit to the ghost market to sell items.
When they reached a relatively far distance, Jin Long asked: "Xiao Meng, have we really made a fortune this time?"
"Haha, that's natural, and it's a big bargain. This thing is enough for you to brag in front of everyone for a year." Qiao Meng replied jokingly.
"What, really? Haha, I, the Golden Dragon, have some deeds that I can brag about. Well, no, I should spread the word, hehe."
Jin Long originally looked happy and proud, but when he suddenly saw Tianlao appearing in front of him, he immediately did not dare to be too presumptuous and restrained himself.
"Aaron, if you have any good deeds to spread, why don't you talk to me, an old man?" Tianlao had actually heard the chat between them just now, but now he was playful and wanted to scare Jin Long.
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"No, no, I'm just joking. If I say yes, it's also to spread Xiaomeng's deeds. They are all positive energy and can definitely bring good feedback to our association." Jinlong was quick to make up a reason and asked Qiao Meng to give it.
He takes the blame.
The reason why he is so afraid of being known by God that he wants to brag about today's deeds is because the association once had regulations that prohibited publicity of personal deeds without permission, let alone bragging about fraud.
If you are found out, you will be withdrawn from the association, and this rule was promulgated by the Lord himself.
However, he was just talking casually and would not actually do these things. God would not let him withdraw from the association because of this, just giving him a warning would be enough.
"Okay, I know you won't violate the rules of the association, but don't just think about it all day long. How old are you?" Tian Lao warned casually.
"Oh, I understand." Jin Long was like a child who had to obey after being taught a lesson by an adult.
Then Tianlao turned around and said to Qiao Meng: "Xiao Meng, you can find so many good things in just over two hours. It's very good. The master is very satisfied with this. He is patient and careful.
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"Master, thank you. I'm just lucky. And I just discovered today that some things are more meaningful than priceless treasures. Their significance transcends the value of other materials in this world. This is what I think is the greatest gain."
Harvest, these treasures are just add-ons to me."
Qiao Meng smiled modestly, then looked at Ge Yuling, as if he thought of something and sighed.
"I am very pleased that you can make such a discovery. Okay, you can continue, I will go for a walk alone." Tianlao said very happily.
Ge Yuling understood that what Qiao Meng said just now was inspired by the old photos she found of her parents, so she silently blessed her family members far away in heaven in her heart.
Then several people followed Qiao Meng to explore forward. Now that Jin Long had his own treasure, he didn't care much about what else he could find next. It would definitely not be his turn anyway.
As they walked, they came to a small stall. This time Wang Zhe saw an item he liked, so he hoped Qiao Meng could stop and help him see if it was worth buying.
Following Wang Zhe's instructions, Qiao Meng took the item in his hand and used his powers to identify it.
Wang Zhe saw that Qiao Meng seemed to be just holding something around and didn't know what he could see, so he asked: "Xiao Meng, can you identify the value of this thing like this?"
"Yeah, why does Brother Wang Zhe have doubts about my treasure appraisal method?" Qiao Meng asked with some confusion.
"Oh, it's not that I don't believe you, I just don't know what the technique is and want to learn a thing or two, so I asked." Wang Zhe quickly explained the purpose of his question.
This is a very serious question. If a person questions a treasure appraiser's appraisal method, it is definitely a kind of contempt for him. If it is proved that the person did it improperly and there is nothing great about it, it will be better.
But if the person questioning is unique and can identify many different treasures in his own way, the person questioning him will undoubtedly be responsible for it. Such words are likely to destroy a treasure appraiser's circle.
Reputation is very important, so don't talk nonsense.
"Haha, brother Wang Zhe, don't be so nervous. I don't mean to blame you." When Qiao Meng saw that the atmosphere was a little tense, he immediately chuckled to lighten the atmosphere.
Then everyone's attention returned to the treasure in Qiao Meng's hand, wanting to see what value it was.
In fact, it is not something weird, but an inkstone with a more literary flavor. But this is not an ordinary inkstone, but an inkstone inscribed with poems written by Chengni Emperor during the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty.
This inkstone originally had various shapes and decoration techniques. Some ancients preferred to be simple and just use a square one. But needless to say, an inkstone like this must only be used by high-ranking officials and nobles, and the identity of the user
Absolutely noble.
Speaking of this inkstone, it can also be called a grinding table. It is a traditional handicraft of the Han people. Together with pen, ink, and paper, it is called the four treasures of the traditional Chinese study. It is also an essential tool for Chinese calligraphy.
During the Han Dynasty, Emperor Liu Xi once wrote an article "Release of Names", which explained: Those who use inkstones can also use inkstones and moisturizers.
The inkstone originally evolved from the grinder of primitive society. The original form of the early inkstone was a small grinding stone pressed with ink balls on one side of the stone tool to grind it into ink.
During the Han Dynasty, some decorations began to appear. Some inkstone manufacturers thought of making some carvings on them, adding stone covers, and even feet underneath.
The basic shape of the inkstone only began to change in the Wei, Jin and Sui dynasties. At that time, round porcelain inkstones appeared, using a triangular stable structure to set up a three-legged tripod below. However, later it gradually changed to multiple legs for stability.
Live on the inkstone.
The subsequent dustpan-shaped inkstone appeared in the Tang Dynasty, and was the most common form at that time. Because its shape looked like a dustpan, it got such a name. The bottom of his inkstone was on the ground at one end and at the other end.
Supported by feet.
Later, in the Song Dynasty, the shapes of inkstones changed more and more. The materials used for making inkstones were also widely used. The most famous ones are Duan inkstone from Zhaoqing, Guangdong, Shexian inkstone in Anhui Province, and Taohe inkstone from Zhuoni, Gansu Province.
, and the Chengni Inkstone from Jiangxian County, Shanxi. These square inkstones are called the “Four Famous Inkstones”.
The one that Wang Zhe is interested in is a very noble and luxurious object for imperial use. This inkstone is twelve centimeters long, and its general shape is rectangular, but it has many changes.
This square inkstone is the color of antique bronze, giving people an ancient and mottled feeling. The entire surface of the inkstone is surrounded by deep depressions, forming a stone canal that serves as an ink pool. The surface of the inkstone is very smooth, with precious light inside, and the edges of the canal are lightly carved with cloud patterns.
, although it has been somewhat corroded by the water and moon, it can still be seen that its exquisiteness is extraordinary.
There are also carved patterns on the four walls of the inkstone, and there are reliefs of chi tigers crouching on them. There is one on each short side and a pair on each long side, thus forming a situation of two facing each other.
The most noteworthy thing is that the inkstone has a concave surface and is made into a three-tiered staircase. In the middle is a poem inscribed by Emperor Gaozong of the Qing Dynasty engraved in official script. The content of this poem is as follows: "The Chinese name of Chengni is
, Dettol Research is at the end of this period, this is appropriate. Without Liu Yangzheng’s past events, we can see that Gengxu’s new words and Hua Jin’s traces have long since been forgotten, and the engraving of animals is not of recent times.
Moreover, Qiao Meng saw that there were two missing royal seals on the stall. He picked them up and looked at them, and found that "Qian" and "Long" were respectively inscribed on them, forming the harmony of Yin and Yang.
Looking at this antique treasure, even Qiao Meng, who was not good at calligraphy, couldn't help but want to keep it for himself, and developed a great interest in learning calligraphy.
But it's a pity that this is something that Wang Zhe takes a fancy to. Moreover, his research on calligraphy is much deeper. I have seen his handwriting before. It is really amazing. Rather than wasting it in my own hands, it is better to cultivate capable others.
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So Qiao Meng still whispered in Wang Zhe's ear: "This treasure is not simple. If you can buy it at a low price, it will be more profitable than Brother Jinlong's bowl, and you will definitely have a different feeling when you use it.
It is very possible that my calligraphy skills can be further improved."
"Seriously?" Wang Zhe couldn't be happy after hearing such good news, especially since this inkstone is likely to help him break through a bottleneck in calligraphy. It is definitely breaking news.
Although it is impossible to exaggerate that getting this inkstone can improve the level of calligraphy, but as long as it is a rare and good object like Qiao Meng said, it will definitely make the ink written with an antique atmosphere.
It will definitely gradually improve Wang Zhe's calligraphy.
"Of course it's true. Otherwise, how could I be so sure? Besides, it's the treasure you asked me to identify, brother Wang Zhe. I definitely don't dare to make a mistake." Qiao Meng said with assurance.
"Okay, if that's the case, let's have a good deal with the boss, but Xiaomeng, what's your estimated price for it?"
Wang Zhe has decided that he must buy this inkstone, but he also needs to know how much it is worth. Otherwise, if the boss is more knowledgeable and offers a higher price later, and he doesn't know, he will end up cheating himself.
"Don't worry, I don't think this boss is very knowledgeable. Otherwise, how could such a good thing have the inkstone and the royal seal randomly separated? This is a treasure worth more than three million." Qiao Meng whispered to Wang Zhe
Said in the ear.
Wang Zhe's eyes almost popped out of his head when he heard this. He originally guessed that the price would be quite high, but when Qiao Meng actually said it, it was still beyond his expectation.
The others just watched the two people walking around, not knowing what they were talking to each other, but it could be roughly seen from their expressions that they had found a treasure and were discussing how to buy it cheaply, and this treasure was
There is no doubt that the inkstone in Qiao Meng's hand is.