Atelier Lyreasta Afghanite and Kyanite Necklace

Afghanite and Kyanite Necklace. The central Afghanite main pendant measures 12x8mm, accented with square Kyanite and light blue Apatite. All metal findings are 925 silver, and the internal wire is German steel wire. The current total length of the necklace is 40cm, with an optional 5cm extension chain. This Afghanite pendant was a rare impulse purchase for me! 😆 I've always loved the blue hues of Lapis Lazuli, and Afghanite, from a similar region, often coexists with Lapis Lazuli or Sodalite. Its colors can vary widely between deep blue and blue-green. However, within similar tones, Afghanite possesses a subtle translucence that Lapis Lazuli or Sodalite lack, which is precisely what captivated me about these little stones. For this series of short Afghanite necklaces, I personally selected individuals that particularly appealed to me to be the focal point. This slightly blue-green pendant, with its distinct halves of light and dark shades, inspired the choice of square Kyanite beads in a similar blue-green palette – a stone with a somewhat complex name. For the lighter sections, I chose the paler blue Apatite for contrast. Overall, these are stones that evoke the essence of the forest and lakes within their deep blues and hints of green. May the colors of the forest and lakes dispel all your worries during this long summer. The Burmese Jade necklace shown in the styling photo is also available: https://www.pinkoi.com/product/PCWyqisY ❖ Product photos are mostly taken in natural daylight. Dimensions are length x width (x thickness). Pinkoi often crops the length of videos; you can find the full version by searching for the brand name on IG to view the corresponding post. ❖ Metalwork and silver jewelry pieces do not come with a chain by default. For styling, in addition to commercially available silver chains, we also recommend pairing sulfurized (antiqued) sterling silver pieces with stainless steel chains for a better color match. ❖ During the wire weaving process, slight marks from cutting or pinching the wire may occur due to handling pressure. This generally does not affect the wearing appearance. ❖ "Artistic Copper Wire" indicated refers to craft wire consisting of copper wire + plating + protective layer. "Red Copper Wire" and "Brass Wire" refer to bare copper wire (without plating). Silver wire will be specified as 925 or 999 silver. ❖ Natural stones may inherently have characteristics such as cloudiness, patterns, or inclusions. Small imperfections from drilling or polishing may also be present. ❖ Shipping is by default in simple packaging, including clean protective cushioning and a shipping bag. A resealable bag for storage will also be included. [Artistic Copper Wire Woven Jewelry] ❖ Artistic copper wire is craft wire made of pure copper wire + plating + protective layer. With normal use and care, the color can remain largely unchanged for several years. ❖ Because the surface has a plating and protective layer, please do not use silver polishing cloths or toothpaste for cleaning, as this will rapidly wear away the plating. ❖ After wearing, please wipe off any moisture (especially sweat) with a soft cloth and store it in the provided resealable bag. ❖ Please avoid wearing during activities that cause heavy sweating, such as sports, and when bathing in hot springs, as this will accelerate wire wear and may damage the natural stones. [Unplated Copper Wire / Silver Wire Woven Jewelry / Pure Silver Metalwork Jewelry] ❖ Red copper wire, brass wire, and silver wire are all unplated materials. Natural oxidation is a normal phenomenon (they will gradually turn into a bronze/antique silver color). The color and rate of oxidation will vary with wear and individual body chemistry, which is also part of the unique character of bare copper wire jewelry. In terms of oxidation speed, red copper wire oxidizes faster for most people (turning into an antique red copper color within days to weeks), while brass and silver oxidize more slowly. ❖ Wire that has undergone sulfurization (antiquing) treatment will have a more stable color tone compared to untreated wire, but polished areas will still naturally oxidize over time. ❖ If you wish to clean oxidized areas, you can generally use a silver polishing cloth or gently scrub with toothpaste, then dry thoroughly or use a hairdryer on a cool setting. ❖ After wearing, please wipe off any moisture with a soft cloth and store it in the provided resealable bag. ❖ Please avoid wearing during activities that cause heavy sweating, such as sports, and when bathing in hot springs, as this will accelerate wire oxidation and may damage the natural stones. ❖ Jewelry made with unplated wire can be sent back for re-polishing at any time (you will only be responsible for the round-trip shipping costs). [Natural Stones] ❖ Natural minerals may have cloudiness, patterns, inclusions, or black spots. Small imperfections from drilling or polishing may also be present during processing. ❖ The natural stones used in our products are mostly semi-precious stones. Some types of stones may have lower hardness (this will be specifically noted). Please avoid letting items with abrasive polishing properties, such as silver polishing cloths or toothpaste, come into contact with the natural stones when caring for the metal parts of your jewelry. ❖ Please avoid wearing during activities that cause heavy sweating, such as sports, and when bathing in hot springs, as this may damage the natural stones.