Spring & Autumn Handcrafts | 6mm Raw Emperor Sand | 4mm Gold Plated Beads | 8mm Crystal | New Year

**One bead, one adornment; one thought, one wish.** A touch of cinnabar red on the wrist is a distillation of millennia of culture, a stabilizer for the soul, a red light guiding the way, a small temple connecting heaven and earth. **Ward off ill fortune, find inner peace, and invite natural good luck.** **Original design, elastic cord cinnabar bracelet, custom-made (please note your wrist circumference).** (All photos are taken in natural light. Colors may vary depending on equipment, weather, and screen display. The actual product is even more beautiful, please be aware!) **> Material** 6mm High Content Emperor Sand 8mm Emperor Sand Auspicious Pattern Bead 4mm Gold Plated Beads (24k gold plated on copper) 8mm White Crystal (Purifies energy field, enhances vitality, promotes peace~~) **Natural crystals may contain inclusions like ice cracks, cotton-like fibers, or impurities. We select them carefully, but they are not absolutely flawless. Please be aware!** **> Categories** Shuifei Sand, Emperor Sand, Zijing Sand, and Crystal Sand are all high-content quality cinnabar. Their **main differences lie in color, texture, hardness, and production methods**. **「Shuifei Sand」** **True red, with a slight orange undertone. Its surface has a warm, matte luster that will become more lustrous with wear, developing a patina.** The production method involves repeatedly grinding fine cinnabar particles into a paste, mixing with water, and collecting the "turbid liquid" from the upper layer after settling. This is then left to precipitate again (the Shuifei purification method). The cinnabar mud at the bottom is air-dried and then pressed using traditional methods. Its cross-section reveals evenly distributed fine mineral flecks. **「Emperor Sand」** **A brighter, true red color with higher hardness.** The production method involves multiple stages of purification from natural cinnabar ore, including **crushing/grinding/magnetic separation/Shuifei/high polishing**, followed by traditional pressing. Emperor Sand has almost no visible mineral flecks on the surface, but they are present internally. The surface is treated with a **high-polishing** process, giving it a metallic sheen, especially in sunlight, enhancing its metallic feel. **「Zijing Sand」** **A purplish-red color with slightly lower hardness than Emperor Sand.** The production method involves multiple stages from natural cinnabar ore, including **crushing/grinding/screening**, but **without the Shuifei purification**. Therefore, the surface is not as refined and features scattered small mineral flecks, creating a "starry sky" effect. **「Crystal Sand」** **A purplish-red color that is translucent.** These are large cinnabar particles directly chipped from cinnabar ore. The crystal grains are clearly visible on the surface, appearing transparent under light and emitting a fluorescent red glow. **> Spring Plowing, Autumn Harvest** **All the expansive, poetic, and beautiful things in this world tend to happen naturally, just like the turning of the seasons.** **Learn to slow down, clear your mind, treat life with gentleness, revere the power of time, and let everything grow naturally. Like a tree, grow with focus and without fear, developing clear growth rings.** **Our handicrafts are made in the same spirit!!** **> Cinnabar** In the earliest written records, cinnabar was referred to by a single character, "丹" (dān). "丹" is an ideogram: ancient miners would dig wells, and from these wells, they extracted minerals. Thus, the character "丹" is essentially the character "井" (jǐng, well) with a dot in the middle, signifying the extraction of something from a dug mine. This "something" was cinnabar. Because cinnabar is red, often a deep red, "朱" (zhū) also means red. Later, "丹砂" (dān shā) became known as cinnabar. "丹" and "朱" describe the color, and "砂" describes the shape, referring to irregular granular minerals. Cinnabar's color is famously enduring. Chinese calligraphy and painting are known as "丹青" (dān qīng), where "丹" refers to cinnabar. It is also a key component of "八宝印泥" (bā bǎo yìn ní), or the Eight Treasure Seal Paste. From a Feng Shui perspective, cinnabar is collected from minerals that have absorbed the essence of the sun and moon. It absorbs the positive energy of heaven and earth, possessing a powerful yang magnetic field. You may notice that jade feels cool to the touch, while cinnabar held in the hand feels warm. Since ancient times, cinnabar has been used in Taoist rituals for drawing talismans, consecrating objects, warding off evil, and appeasing spirits. It has long been regarded as a supreme item for improving luck, dispelling misfortune, driving away evil, attracting blessings, and inviting wealth. It carries auspicious meanings of great fortune, prosperity, and well-being. The "Shen Nong Ben Cao Jing" (Classic of Materia Medica) lists cinnabar as a superior herb, often used in traditional medicine for its properties of calming the spirit, detoxifying, and alleviating insomnia and excessive dreaming. For us living in modern times, owning one or two cinnabar ornaments can also be a way to cultivate self-discipline, nurture the eyes, and soothe the heart. **> Authentication** **All cinnabar products in our store are high-content cinnabar with a significant 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 controlling the time and area is difficult. If it turns black after prolonged heating, it cannot be restored.) >. Real cinnabar can draw an orangey-red line on paper. (To avoid damaging the aesthetic of the finished product, please make a mark in an inconspicuous area or use a complimentary bead for testing.) **> Care** **If cinnabar jewelry has no metal, wood, or plant-based accessories (like Bodhi seeds), it can be slightly exposed to water, but prolonged soaking is not recommended as it can affect the luster.** **For braided cord styles, avoid getting them wet. After cleaning, allow them to air dry before wearing, as damp cords can lead to excess moisture and be less beneficial for the body.** 1. Avoid Corrosion Cinnabar is a mineral and insoluble in water, but frequent contact with chemicals like soap and shower gel can cause corrosion. 2. Avoid Contact with Metal The mineral elements in cinnabar can absorb metal ions, causing irreversible darkening or blackening of the cinnabar. 3. Avoid High Temperatures The mercuric sulfide in cinnabar only releases at temperatures of 380 degrees Celsius. Therefore, as long as cinnabar jewelry is kept away from high-temperature environments, it can be worn with confidence. 4. Avoid Collisions with Hard or Sharp Objects. Cinnabar has high hardness but is brittle; handle with care to prevent drops. 5. How to Clean If your cinnabar appears dirty, do not soak it in water, as this can alter its original radiance! Gently wipe it several times with a slightly damp cotton cloth, and allow it to dry for a period. 6. Oiling for Maintenance Apply a layer of white tea oil or olive oil to the finished product, allowing the surface to absorb the oil, making it more lustrous and clear. If applying oil, seal it in a brocade box, perhaps wrapped in plastic film to prevent the oil from staining the brocade lining. 7. Frequent Handling Regularly handle the cinnabar jewelry worn on your body with your hands. This allows a thin layer of oil to adhere to the surface, giving it an antique and elegant appearance over time. The actual product is more exquisite and beautiful than the photos.