Chun Qiu Original Design | High-Content Raw Ore Water-Ground Cinnabar Dragon Beads | Brass | National Trend Personalized

**2024, with the initial design and concept, let's actively create moments of aesthetic appreciation, allowing you to see our dedication and sincerity.** **2024, may all brightness descend upon our shoulders.** Putuo said: Be kind to yourself, don't get angry, don't try to please others, don't punish yourself for others' mistakes. Smile lightly, walk steadily, take gains and losses lightly, cherish what you have, do not betray your time, do not betray yourself. **> Spring Plowing, Autumn Harvest** **All things that unfold, all things poetic, all beautiful things in this world, often 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, focused and fearless, growing clear annual rings.** **Our craftsmanship is just like this!!** **Original design, Year of the Dragon limited edition bracelet.** Original ore water-ground cinnabar carved dragon barrel beads: approx. 18mm long, approx. 12mm in diameter. **For a more suitable fit, please be sure to note your wrist circumference when ordering, or send a message with any other thoughts or explanations. Thank you!!!** (All photos are taken in natural light. Colors may vary depending on equipment, weather, and screen display. Please be aware!) **> Categories** Water-ground cinnabar, Emperor cinnabar, Purple-gold cinnabar, and Crystalline cinnabar are all high-content quality cinnabar. Their **main differences lie in color, texture, hardness, and production methods.** **「Water-ground Cinnabar」** **True red color, with a slight orange hue. The surface has a warm matte finish and will become more lustrous with wear, forming a patina.** The production method involves repeatedly grinding fine cinnabar particles into a paste, mixing with water, collecting the upper "turbid liquid" after settling, and then allowing it to settle again (the water-grinding purification method). The bottom cinnabar mud is air-dried and then compressed using traditional methods. Uniform fine mineral sparkle particles can still be seen on the cross-section. **「Emperor Cinnabar」** **The color leans towards true red, with a brighter luster and higher hardness.** The production method involves purifying natural raw cinnabar ore through multiple processes such as **crushing/grinding/magnetic separation/water grinding/high polishing**, and then compressing it using traditional methods. Emperor cinnabar has almost no mineral sparkle on the surface, but has mineral sparkle inside. The exterior uses a **high-polishing** process to achieve a metallic texture, especially under sunlight, maximizing the metallic feel. **「Purple-gold Cinnabar」** **The color leans towards purplish-red, with slightly lower hardness than Emperor cinnabar.** The production method involves multiple processes such as **crushing/grinding/screening** from natural raw cinnabar ore, but **without water-grinding purification**. Therefore, the surface is not as fine, and there are small specks of mineral sparkle, giving a "starry sky" appearance. **「Crystalline Cinnabar」** **The color leans towards purplish-red and is translucent.** Large cinnabar particles directly chipped from cinnabar ore. Large crystalline particles are clearly visible on the surface. When illuminated, each particle is transparent, emitting a fluorescent red glow. **> Design Features** The combination of brass and cinnabar creates a contrast between warm and cool tones, exuding both traditional Chinese charm and individual style. **> Brass** Brass is also known as "little gold." **In Feng Shui, brass can harmonize the "five yellows" and "two blacks," representing sacred power and faith, symbolizing warding off evil, avoiding disasters, and bringing good fortune. It is widely used in Feng Shui ornaments.** **Brass Care:** 1. The brass pieces are treated with a rust-colored lacquer to mimic the patina. The pattern on each piece is unique. **Please do not scratch with fingernails or hard objects.** 2. When not wearing, please seal in a bag or box to keep it dry and prevent moisture oxidation. 3. Regularly wiping with a **coarse cloth and rinsing with clean water can make the brass as bright as a mirror, even more beautiful and lustrous than when you first received it.** 4. **When cleaning, you don't need to worry about affecting the cinnabar. Just dry it promptly after rinsing.** 5. If it accidentally oxidizes and turns green, please use toothpaste to scrub it. **> Cinnabar** In the earliest written records, cinnabar was referred to by a single character, "丹" (dān). "丹" is an ideogram. Ancient people mined minerals in the ground, and "丹" visually represents a "well" (井) with a dot inside, signifying that something was extracted from a mine. This "something" is cinnabar. Because cinnabar is red, mostly a deep red, "朱" (zhū) also means red. Later, cinnabar was called "朱砂" (zhūshā). "丹" and "朱" describe the color, and "砂" describes the shape, referring to irregularly shaped mineral particles. Cinnabar's color does not fade over time. Chinese calligraphy and painting are called "丹青" (dānqīng), where "丹" refers to cinnabar. It is an indispensable component of pigments, and the "Eight Treasures Seal Paste" is also primarily made of cinnabar. From a Feng Shui perspective, cinnabar is collected from minerals that gather the essence of the sun and moon, absorbing the positive energy of heaven and earth. Therefore, cinnabar possesses a very strong positive magnetic field. We can observe that jade feels cool to the touch, while cinnabar feels warm when held. Since ancient times, cinnabar has been used in Taoist rituals for drawing talismans, consecrating objects, warding off evil spirits, and suppressing negative energies. Cinnabar has always been regarded as a supreme item for attracting luck, changing fortune, suppressing negative energies, dispelling evil, inviting blessings, and accumulating wealth. It carries auspicious meanings of great fortune and prosperity, health, and peace. The "Shen Nong Ben Cao Jing" (Classic of Materia Medica) lists cinnabar as a superior herb, often used in medicinal treatments for calming the spirit, detoxifying, and alleviating insomnia and excessive dreaming. For us living in modern times, owning a piece or two of cinnabar art can also cultivate one's character and nurture the eyes and heart. **> Color** **Cinnabar is a natural mineral. Even within the same category of cinnabar, different batches will still exhibit natural color variations.** Purple-gold cinnabar is dark red with noticeable granularity. Emperor cinnabar is a deeper shade of red than bright red, fine, and lustrous. Original ore cinnabar is bright red and more refined. **Cinnabar jewelry is made by pouring cinnabar powder and amber powder into molds, then hand-carving the details.** Due to the different craftsmanship for round beads and intricate carvings, round beads are usually high-polished to achieve a bright finish. Intricate carvings are micro-polished to ensure clear and delicate textures, generally resulting in a matte finish. **> Identification** **All cinnabar products in our store are high-content cinnabar and have a strong sense of weight. You can use the following methods for identification:** >. Burning cinnabar will turn it black. (Please heat it through an intermediary. It is generally not recommended to directly burn finished products as it is difficult to control the time and area. Prolonged heating will cause it to turn black and cannot be restored.) >. Real cinnabar can draw orangish-red lines on paper. (To avoid damaging the aesthetic of finished products, please choose an inconspicuous area to draw a line, or use the complimentary beads for testing.) **> Cinnabar Care** **If cinnabar jewelry does not have accessories made of metal or plant materials (such as wood, bamboo, bodhi seeds...), it can be exposed to water appropriately, but prolonged immersion is not recommended as it will affect the luster.** **Water is not recommended for braided cord styles. After cleaning, dry thoroughly before wearing, as damp cords worn against the skin can be detrimental to health.** 1. Avoid Corrosion Cinnabar is a mineral and is insoluble in water. However, frequent contact with chemicals such as soap and shower gel can corrode cinnabar. 2. Avoid Contact with Metal Objects The mineral elements in cinnabar can absorb metal ions, causing irreversible dulling and blackening of the cinnabar. 3. Avoid High Temperatures The mercury sulfide component of 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 peace of mind. 4. Avoid Collision with Hard or Sharp Objects Cinnabar has high hardness but is brittle, so take care to prevent drops. 5. How to Clean If your cinnabar appears dirty, do not soak it in water, as this will alter its original luster! You can gently wipe it a few times with a slightly damp cotton cloth and let it air dry. 6. Oiling Method for Maintenance Apply a layer of white tea oil or olive oil to the finished product, allowing the stone surface to absorb the oil, making it more lustrous and clear. If you apply oil and then seal it in a brocade box, you can wrap it in a common plastic film to prevent the oil from staining the brocade box lining. 7. Frequent Handling Frequently handle the cinnabar jewelry worn on your body with your hands. This allows a thin layer of oil from your skin to coat the surface, making it appear more ancient and elegant over time. The actual product is more exquisite and beautiful than the photos.