Slight Imperfection Selection - Marble Pen Holder/Storage Jar (Taiwanese Serpentine)

*Please Note*: Items marked as "Slight Imperfection Selection" may include packaging with stains or minor product flaws that do not affect usability. *Please Note*: Items marked as "Slight Imperfection Selection" may include packaging with stains or minor product flaws that do not affect usability. *Please Note*: Items marked as "Slight Imperfection Selection" may include packaging with stains or minor product flaws that do not affect usability. *Please Note*: If you are concerned about these imperfections, please refrain from placing an order. *Please Note*: If you are concerned about these imperfections, please refrain from placing an order. *Please Note*: If you are concerned about these imperfections, please refrain from placing an order. The serpentine storage jar is the epitome of natural beauty and versatile functionality. This adaptable vessel brings both practicality and elegance into your living space. It serves as a sophisticated desk organizer, offering a refined way to keep small items tidy and accessible. You can also repurpose it as a pen holder, a charming pot for small plants, or even as a functional cup for rinsing or enjoying tea. Whatever your need, this multipurpose jar is designed to accommodate. Furthermore, each serpentine storage jar is unique, showcasing distinct colors and patterns that make it a true piece of art crafted by nature. These organic textures imbue the jar with an inherent, raw beauty, making it not only useful but also a decorative accent to enhance your surroundings. Dimensions: 7.7x7.7x10.3cm https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53980682427_152ae5cbf6_b.jpg 〖 Photo Credit: San Tai Mining Quarry 〗 Green "serpentine"—while not as renowned as white stones in the high-fashion circles of the stone world, it often plays a supporting role to Italian Carrara White and is the most common and easily imitated stone pattern. It lacks the stately gravitas of black stone or the approachable nature of grey stone. However, **green serpentine is the stone that truly lives its own colors: with some large white patterns, it appears wild and unrestrained; with some black veins, it exudes a refined maturity; even surfaces with the most uniform veining display a distinctive character, an untamed pride that is impossible to replicate.** Due to its similar physical properties to marble, serpentine is commercially classified as marble. The serpentine produced in eastern Taiwan, in particular, has historically been highly prized worldwide for its excellent quality, with exports forming a significant portion of its market. This structurally complex and unique stone is gradually fading from prominence in Taiwan. Beyond the older generation, modern individuals rarely have the opportunity to appreciate the beauty of Taiwan's green marble. This feels like a great pity, which is why there is a continuous effort to shed serpentine's image as a stone known only to elders. The aim is to capture the attention of younger generations through simple, natural approaches, thereby earning more appreciation and recognition for this special, indigenous Taiwanese stone. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53981887709_3d679fef41_b.jpg VERDE is the lifestyle brand under San Tai Mining, the only domestic company continuously and comprehensively mining serpentine building materials. Its establishment and product design are dedicated to presenting the natural beauty of Taiwanese self-produced serpentine through minimalist designs. Starting from Taiwan, we aspire to bring serpentine design products to the international stage. We hope not only to allow more people to recognize the innate beauty of green marble but, more importantly, **to take deep pride in Taiwan's significant asset, "serpentine," and to see a day when more people worldwide will know the excellence of Taiwanese marble.** https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53980682397_f644fce019_b.jpg - Serpentine (also known as Jade Vein Stone): Mined from marble in Hualien, Taiwan, it contains various mineral crystals, offering diverse colors and textures, with shades ranging from light to deep dark green. - VERDE's flat products are strictly "unpainted"! Only through polishing is the stone's natural luster achieved without artificial coatings, ensuring it is safe for use as a food plate. - Marble generally gives an impression of hardness, but it actually has a fragile inner structure; impacts or drops can cause cracks. Please handle with care. - Marble surfaces have porous "breathing" pores, so dark liquids (e.g., red wine, coffee) can be absorbed. If accidentally spilled, wipe dry as quickly as possible. - VERDE's original intention is for the natural beauty of marble to be cherished. Therefore, if you cannot accept patterns that are "not custom-made," please do not place an order. - If you discover significant damage during transit upon unboxing, please retain the packaging and contact us immediately for an exchange of the same item. Claims made after seven days from receipt will not be processed. - For any usage inquiries, please feel free to contact us via Facebook or Instagram at any time. We will respond as promptly as possible.