Tea Leaf Sterling Silver Necklace | 18K Gold Plated Necklace | Clavicle Chain | Two Colors

**Tea Leaf Sterling Silver Necklace | 18K Gold Plated Necklace | Clavicle Chain | Two Colors** **✦✦✦ Product Introduction ✦✦✦** The Tea Leaf series is a collaboration between Shih Yeh and the Pinglin Tea Museum in New Taipei City. Tea farmers in Pinglin provided us with various tea seedlings. We nurtured these small plants, observing their subtle daily changes, and witnessing their struggles with pests and withered leaves. Yet, these young lives persevered and grew. We selected the "one bud, two leaves" formation as a basis for experimental creation. Through numerous failures, we came to appreciate the preciousness of life and cherish each hard-won stage. Tea leaves possess a distinct central vein and a unique, closed reticulate venation, with finely serrated margins, exhibiting both substance and sheen. Our design draws from the image of tea buds unfurling, their leaves intertwined to present an elegant posture. The "one bud, two leaves" symbolizes hope, signifying the beautiful journey of life about to begin. Through metal craftsmanship, Shih Yeh captures the moments of sprouting, blossoming, and withering in nature, conveying the beautiful value of the life cycle. We begin by observing the seemingly insignificant plants around us, drawing inspiration from their seasonal transformations. Our primary materials are recycled silver and copper, embodying the spirit of nature, cycles, and vitality. We use handcraftsmanship to create beautiful adornments, extending the life of our craft and imbuing them with energy. ----------------------------------------- **✦✦✦ Product Features ✦✦✦** ■ A necklace suitable for wear by any gender. ■ The necklace can be adjusted to three different lengths. ■ Unique botanical texture design. ■ Naturalistic and realistic plant shapes and textures, each piece is unique. ■ Meticulous attention to detail and comfortable wear. ■ Professionally crafted by our team, durable and resistant to damage. ■ Exclusively designed by the Shih Yeh team, entirely handmade. ■ Original design from Taiwan, handmade in limited quantities. ■ Comprehensive after-sales service, including complimentary maintenance and basic repairs. ■ Enjoy a special price for custom laser engraving services. ----------------------------------------- **✦✦✦ Product Information ✦✦✦** ■ Quantity: One piece. ■ Dimensions: 3.5 cm (width) x 1.6 cm (height). (Pendant) ■ Chain Length: Adjustable to three lengths, from a minimum of 40 cm to a maximum of 45 cm. (Including pendant) Jewelry is handcrafted to replicate the natural dimensions and textures of plants. Each finished piece will have slight variations, with an approximate margin of error of 0.1 cm. **■ Color: Silver.** **■ Material: International Standard 925 Sterling Silver.** ■ In line with our commitment to sustainability and recycling, we use recycled silver as our raw material. 925 sterling silver jewelry contains 92.5% silver and 7.5% alloy, adhering to the internationally recognized 925 standard. This proportion provides excellent anti-allergy properties, resistance to oxidation, and enhanced hardness and durability, making it ideal for intricate designs – the reason we choose 925 sterling silver for our series. Through the meticulous polishing process by our professional artisans, each piece is completed by hand. The intentional forging texture is preserved to fully showcase the natural textures and metallic luster of the jewelry. Over time, through daily wear, environmental exposure, and individual habits, each piece develops its unique patina, reflecting personal style and the depth of time. - **■ Color: Gold.** **■ Material: Brass, plated with 18K gold.** ■ Using electrolysis, a layer of K gold is applied to the surface of sterling silver or brass through a plating solution. The gold layer thickness is approximately 5-10 microns. We use jewelry-grade, nickel-free plating, offering the rich appearance of K gold with enhanced resistance to oxidation and fading, along with superior hardness. The gold plating layer, containing gold, may gradually wear away due to environmental humidity, the wearer's perspiration pH, and the frequency of contact with skin and friction. This is a normal phenomenon, and as the plating wears, replating services are recommended to maintain the jewelry's beautiful appearance. ----------------------------------------- **✦✦✦ Laser Engraving ✦✦✦** **Post-processing Laser Engraving Service | Custom Engraving** **Engrave names, dates, meaningful phrases, or secret numbers onto your jewelry.** **For details on laser engraving, please refer to the following URL. Feel free to message us to discuss specifics.** **https://www.pinkoi.com/product/9yU78Lgy** ■ Scope: One location, approximately within 1 cm. ■ Placement: Your text will be engraved on the reverse side of the jewelry. ■ Font: Chinese or English, choose one from 10 available font options. ■ Character Limit (Chinese): Maximum 6 characters, including spaces, numbers, and symbols. ■ Character Limit (English): Maximum 10 characters, including spaces, numbers, and symbols. ■ If the character count exceeds the limit, spacing may be affected. Please message us to discuss. ■ Fonts are limited to those provided by Shih Yeh. Please refer to the above URL for font options. ■ If no font option is specified, the designer will make the selection. ■ Layout is arranged by the designer; please message us for any special requests. ■ Please provide the correct engraving content when ordering. Changes cannot be made after payment is completed. ■ Laser engraving is a made-to-order service. Production begins only after payment, requiring 5-10 business days (excluding discussion time and holidays). ■ As laser engraving is a customized product, it is not covered by the 7-day appreciation period. Returns or exchanges cannot be accepted due to dissatisfaction with the font, placement, or appearance of the engraving, for which we apologize. ----------------------------------------- **✦✦✦ Packaging ✦✦✦** ■ This item includes gift packaging, making it ideal for gifting. ■ Gift Packaging: Includes a paper box, care card, storage pouch, and a sealed bag. ■ The gift box is made from recycled paper materials. ■ We offer a card writing service. Please note the text content when placing your order. ■ If a gift bag is required, please specify this when ordering. ----------------------------------------- **✦✦✦ Care Instructions ✦✦✦** ■ Keep jewelry dry at all times. ■ Remove jewelry when sweating heavily, showering, or bathing. Sulfides in water can accelerate oxidation. ■ Avoid contact with highly acidic or alkaline substances, such as hot springs, swimming pools, cosmetics, and perfumes. ■ Jewelry develops a unique character through daily wear, environmental humidity, and natural oils from the skin. ■ Gently wash fine areas with a mild detergent to remove sweat and dirt, then dry thoroughly and store in a sealed container. ■ When cleaning, avoid inlaid gemstones and pearls to prevent permanent fogging or erosion of their surfaces. ■ Jewelry is relatively soft; avoid pulling, heavy pressure, or bending. Be cautious of friction or collision with other jewelry that could cause deformation. ■ For minor dirt and dust from touching, a clean, soft cloth can be used for gentle wiping. ■ Silver jewelry can be polished with a silver polishing cloth. ■ Charcoal gray and gold-tone jewelry should not be polished with a silver polishing cloth. ----------------------------------------- **✦✦✦ Warranty Information ✦✦✦** ■ Lifetime complimentary maintenance and basic repair services are offered to extend product life and achieve sustainable beauty. ■ Maintenance services include restoration of jewelry oxidation; basic repairs cover manageable issues like deformation and scratches. ■ We offer lifetime paid professional repair and upgrade services, such as re-plating, surface treatments, repairs for breakage, stone setting, and re-engraving. ■ If you have any questions, we recommend contacting us first via Pinkoi message. ----------------------------------------- **✦✦✦ Exchanges and Returns ✦✦✦** ■ Upon receiving this product, if you notice any defects, please take photos as evidence and contact customer service within seven days of receipt to arrange for an exchange or return. Please note: Products must be unused to be eligible for returns or exchanges. Items showing clear signs of wear cannot be returned or exchanged. Please ensure the packaging is complete upon return, including the product, packaging, accessories, gifts, and invoice. Incomplete packaging may result in the inability to process returns or exchanges. ■ Customized products, unless they have significant defects, are non-returnable and non-exchangeable. We cannot accept returns or exchanges based on subjective factors such as the customized product not matching the customer's imagination or aesthetic preferences. ■ For returns, the shipping fee for sending the item will be deducted before a refund is issued. Thank you for your understanding. ■ For exchanges, the customer is responsible for the return shipping cost of the product to be exchanged. ■ If you have any questions, we recommend contacting us first via Pinkoi message.