Natural Gemstone / Lapis Lazuli / Inkwell Square Inch / Wushi Pendant

Premium grade natural lapis lazuli necklace, undyed. Pendant size with bail approx: 55 x 29 mm Loose stone weight: 8.1g Total single pendant weight: 14.5g **Please check if the "chain length" and "style" meet your needs. If you mistakenly choose incorrectly, you will be responsible for the round-trip shipping costs for length exchanges.** **Important Notes for Wearing Silver Jewelry for the First Time** ◮ Avoid activities such as visiting hot springs or swimming while wearing silver jewelry. The salt in seawater and the acidity in rainwater can slightly corrode metal and cause oxidation. Sulfur in hot springs will cause jewelry to turn black and undergo sulfidation. If exposed to these substances, it is recommended to wash the silver jewelry with clean water and then dry it. ◮ Human sweat has a slightly acidic pH of 4 for skin sterilization. Studies have shown that prolonged contact can corrode metals and accelerate alloy oxidation. Our jewelry is not plated with other materials on the surface, making it more susceptible to corrosion and breakage when enclosed in sweat. However, **not everyone's sweat will cause breakage. If you have similar experiences, please be extra cautious.** To keep silver jewelry looking new, it is recommended to wash and dry it after wearing it for the day and wipe it to keep it dry. ◮ Products containing chemical additives can also cause erosion of silver jewelry. Products with chemical additives can indeed speed up the oxidation of jewelry. Common examples include: skincare products, sunscreen, cosmetics, perfumes, essential oils, cleaning agents, chlorine in swimming pools... etc. If you habitually wear perfume, it is recommended to apply perfume first, then put on your jewelry, and avoid direct contact between the jewelry and perfume. ◮ Develop good habits for use and storage. Taiwan's climate is humid, and the air humidity is relatively high. When not wearing it, be sure to wipe off any sweat or oils from the jewelry with a dry cloth. Store it in a zip-lock bag to block air and keep it dry, and store pieces separately to prevent them from rubbing against each other and causing surface scratches or damage. ◮ About Sulfidation of Silver Jewelry 925 sterling silver easily oxidizes and turns yellow or black when exposed to the air. This is a natural reaction of silver jewelry, just like pure silver reacting with hot spring water. Simply wipe it gently with a silver polishing cloth to restore its original luster. However, in hard-to-reach areas such as the gaps in a silver chain, the silver jewelry may appear slightly black. Sulfidation is a technique where 925 sterling silver jewelry is deliberately oxidized to create a rustic, vintage, dark appearance, enhancing contrast and adding depth. This is more uniform and aesthetically pleasing than natural air oxidation, and the crevices do not require extra cleaning. Frequent wear, where the surface of the jewelry rubs against clothing, can help maintain a certain level of newness. ◮ About Us To present the highest quality, each of our pieces is crafted through repeated inspection, correction, and polishing. We do not allow any pinholes or flaws. To ensure the toughness of the material, we repeatedly forge and hammer it, giving our silver jewelry a distinct luster and texture. Plated protective films have a high probability of peeling off with long-term wear, which can affect both the environment and the human body, and also obscure the natural luster of silver. Therefore, our pieces are never plated. We spend exponentially more time on the details. If you happen to purchase one of our pieces, you will notice that its oxidation rate is significantly slower than most other silver products, and its luster is also different. We hope you can find a unique piece of jewelry that belongs to you here.