Spring Autumn Original | Fully Handmade Bracelet with Water-ground Cinnabar Mythical Beast and S925 Sterling Silver Clasp

Putuo says: Treat yourself kindly, don't get angry, don't try to please others, don't punish yourself for others' mistakes. Smile lightly, walk steadily, let go of gains and losses, cherish what you have, live up to your time, and live up to yourself. **Original design, custom-made water-ground cinnabar mythical beast.** **Exquisite mythical beast** Specifications: Adjustable hand circumference (For a better fit, please note your hand circumference.) **For custom orders, you can note or send a message to specify the color of the braided cord.** (All photos are taken in natural light. Colors may vary due to different equipment, weather conditions, and screen displays. Please be aware!) **> Categories** Water-ground cinnabar, Imperial cinnabar, Purple-gold cinnabar, and Crystal cinnabar are all high-content quality cinnabar. Their **main differences lie in color, texture, hardness, and production methods**. **「Water-ground Cinnabar」** **A true red color, with a slight orange hue. The surface has a warm, matte finish and will become brighter with wear, developing a patina.** The production method involves repeatedly grinding fine cinnabar particles into a paste, mixing with water, and collecting the upper "turbid liquid" after settling. This is then allowed to settle again (the water-grinding purification method). The bottom cinnabar mud is air-dried and then compressed using ancient methods. Uniform, fine mineral sparkle particles can still be seen on the cross-section. **「Imperial Cinnabar」** **A brighter, more vibrant red color with higher hardness.** The production method involves multiple stages of purification from natural cinnabar ore, including **crushing/grinding/magnetic separation/water-grinding/high polishing**, followed by compression using ancient methods. Imperial cinnabar has almost no surface sparkle, but has internal sparkle. The surface is treated with a **high polishing** process to achieve a metallic sheen, especially under sunlight, enhancing its metallic quality. **「Purple-gold Cinnabar」** **A purplish-red color, with slightly lower hardness than Imperial cinnabar.** The production method involves multiple stages of crushing, grinding, and screening from natural cinnabar ore, but **without water-grinding purification**. Therefore, the surface is not as fine and has scattered small mineral sparkle particles, creating a "starry sky" effect. **「Crystal Cinnabar」** **A purplish-red color, translucent.** Large cinnabar particles are directly chipped from cinnabar ore. Large crystal particles are clearly visible on the surface. Under light, each particle is transparent, emitting a fluorescent red glow. **> Spring Plowing, Autumn Harvest** **In this world, any unfolding, any poetic moment, any beautiful thing, often happens naturally, just like the turning of the seasons.** **Learn to slow down, clear your mind, treat life with softness, revere the power of time, and let everything grow naturally, like a tree, focusing without fear, growing clear growth rings.** **Our craftsmanship is just the same!!** **> Cinnabar** In the earliest written records, cinnabar was referred to by a single character, "丹" (dān). "丹" is an ideogrammic compound character. Ancient miners would excavate mines, and the character depicts taking minerals from within a "井" (jǐng, well), with a dot representing the extracted item. This item was cinnabar. Because cinnabar is red, often a deep red, "朱" (zhū) also means red. Later, "丹砂" (dānshā) became known as cinnabar. "丹" and "朱" describe the color, while "砂" describes the shape, referring to irregular granular minerals. The color of cinnabar does not fade over time. Chinese calligraphy and painting are known as "丹青" (dānqīng), where "丹" refers to cinnabar. Cinnabar is an indispensable component of "八宝印泥" (bābǎo yìnní, eight-treasure seal paste). From a Feng Shui perspective, cinnabar is collected from minerals that have absorbed the essence of the sun and moon, thus possessing the pure energy of heaven and earth. Therefore, cinnabar has a very strong positive magnetic field. We can observe that jade feels cool to the touch, while cinnabar feels warm. Since ancient times, cinnabar has been used in various Taoist rituals, such as drawing talismans, consecration, warding off evil, and suppressing negative energies. Cinnabar has always been regarded as a supreme item for attracting good fortune, changing luck, suppressing malevolence, expelling evil spirits, inviting blessings, and attracting wealth. It carries auspicious meanings of great fortune and prosperity. The "Shen Nong Ben Cao Jing" (Classic of Materia Medica) lists cinnabar as a superior herb, often used in medicinal treatments for its properties in calming the spirit, detoxification, and alleviating insomnia and excessive dreaming. Living in modern times, owning a piece of cinnabar artwork can also cultivate one's character and nurture the eyes and heart. **> Authentication** **All cinnabar products in our store are high-content cinnabar and have a strong sense of weight. You can use the following methods for authentication:** >. Burning cinnabar will turn it black. (Please heat it indirectly. It is generally not recommended to directly burn finished products as time and area cannot be controlled. If it turns black after prolonged heating, it cannot be restored.) >. Real cinnabar can draw orange-red lines on paper. (To avoid damaging the aesthetic of the finished product, please scratch on an inconspicuous area or use the complimentary bead for testing.) **> Care and Maintenance** 1. Avoid corrosion: Cinnabar is a mineral. It is insoluble in water, but frequent contact with chemicals like soap and shower gel can corrode cinnabar. 2. Avoid contact with metal objects: The mineral elements in cinnabar can absorb metal ions, causing irreversible dulling and blackening of the cinnabar. 3. Avoid high temperatures: The mercury sulfide component of 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. Avoid collisions with hard or sharp objects: Cinnabar has high hardness but is brittle. Be careful to prevent drops. 5. How to clean: If you find your cinnabar is dirty, do not soak it in water, as this can alter its original luster! You can wipe it gently several times with a slightly damp cotton cloth and let it air dry for a while. 6. Oiling for preservation: Apply a layer of white tea oil or olive oil to the finished product. Let the surface absorb the oil to become more lustrous and bright. After applying oil, seal it in a brocade box. You can wrap it with a layer of plastic wrap to prevent the oil from staining the brocade box lining. 7. Frequent handling: Frequently handle the cinnabar jewelry worn on your body with your hands. This allows a very thin layer of oil to adhere to the surface, making it appear more ancient and elegant over time. The actual product is more exquisite and beautiful than the photos.