Yi Ran Zhi Handmade | Prayer Beads, Bracelets | High-Content Emperor Cinnabar, Auspicious Cloud Aroma Beads, Green Agate

**Introducing Yi Ran Zhi's New Accessories: Original Handmade Designs, Customizable.** The cinnabar is high-content Emperor Cinnabar from "Chun Qiu Yuan Chuang Shou Zuo" (Spring Autumn Original Handmade). The actual item is more exquisite and beautiful than the photos. **> About Cinnabar** The earliest written records refer to cinnabar with a single character, "丹" (dān). This character is a pictograph, depicting the extraction of minerals from an underground mine. Thus, the character "丹" essentially represents a "well" with a dot in the middle, signifying something extracted from a dug mine. As cinnabar is red, often a deep red hue, "朱" (zhū) also means red. Later, "丹砂" (dān shā) became known as cinnabar. "丹" and "朱" describe the color, while "砂" describes the form – irregular granular minerals. The color of cinnabar is enduring. Chinese calligraphy and painting are known as "丹青" (dān qīng), where "丹" refers to cinnabar. It is also an indispensable component of the "Eight Treasures Seal Paste," with cinnabar as its primary ingredient. From a Feng Shui perspective, cinnabar is collected from minerals that gather the essence of the sun and moon. It absorbs the positive energy of heaven and earth, imbuing cinnabar with a powerful yang magnetic field. You might notice that jade feels cool to the touch, while cinnabar feels warm. Since ancient times, cinnabar has been essential in Taoist rituals for drawing talismans, consecrating objects, warding off evil, and calming disturbances. Cinnabar has always been revered as a supreme item for enhancing luck, transforming fortune, repelling evil, attracting blessings, and accumulating wealth. It carries auspicious meanings of great fortune, prosperity, and well-being. For us living in modern times, owning a piece or two of cinnabar artistry can also cultivate self-discipline, refresh the eyes, and soothe the heart. **> Care Instructions** 1. Avoid Corrosives Cinnabar is a mineral and does not dissolve in water. However, frequent contact with chemicals like soap and shower gel can corrode it. 2. Avoid Contact with Metals The mineral elements in cinnabar can absorb metal ions, causing irreversible dulling or blackening of the cinnabar. 3. Avoid High Temperatures The mercuric sulfide in cinnabar only releases at temperatures of 380 degrees Celsius. Therefore, as long as you avoid exposing cinnabar jewelry to high-temperature environments, you can wear it with peace of mind. 4. How to Clean If you notice your cinnabar is dirty, do not soak it in water, as this can alter its original luster! You can gently wipe it a few times with a slightly damp cotton cloth. It will recover after being left to air dry for a while. 5. Oil Polishing Method Apply a layer of white tea oil or olive oil to the finished product. Allow the surface of the stone to absorb the oil, making it more lustrous and bright. After applying oil, seal it in a brocade box. You may wrap it in a layer of plastic wrap to prevent the oil from staining the brocade box lining. 6. Frequent Handling Regularly handle the cinnabar jewelry you wear with your hands. This allows a very thin layer of oil to adhere to the stone's surface, giving it a more antique and elegant appearance over time.