Why are tea sets so expensive?

1. Handmade: He Qi tea set is made by skilled craftsmen, and the making process is tedious and time-consuming. Experienced craftsmen are needed for fine carving, polishing and firing. Handmade tea sets are more exquisite and unique, and the price is higher.

2. Rare materials: Some high-end porcelain tea sets are made of rare and precious materials. For example, the teapot is made of purple sand from Yixing, China, which has unique texture and adsorption performance and is considered as one of the top materials for making tea sets. The limited supply of rare materials has led to an increase in the price of harmonious tea sets.