Natural Opal Bracelet Nepal Handmade 925 Sterling Silver

Size Details - Gemstone Size: Approximately 6mm, 5 gemstones in total Bracelet Length: Total length 19.5cm, gemstone section length 9.5cm; recommended for wrist sizes between 14.5-18.5cm. Material Details - Natural Opal, crafted entirely from 925 Sterling Silver. The black accents are achieved through a special sulphidation treatment. Q: What is the common "sulphidation treatment" for Nepalese jewelry? A: When silver jewelry turns black, "oxidation" is a common layman's term. Oxidation refers to a substance reacting with oxygen. However, silver (jewelry) turns black due to reacting with "sulphur" in the air. The black substance on the surface of silver (jewelry) (which can be coffee-colored, light brown, dark brown, or brownish-red) is "silver sulphide." If not properly maintained, silver (jewelry) will naturally darken and lose its luster. Therefore, the correct term is "sulphidation," which results from reactions with hydrogen sulphide in the air or sulphur dioxide in moisture, forming silver sulphide on the surface of the silver (jewelry). In Nepalese silversmithing, a deliberate "sulphidation" treatment is applied (giving it a dark or antique look) to enhance the unique character of the handcrafted piece. If you do not prefer this finish, you can try gently brushing the affected areas multiple times with a soft brush dipped in toothpaste to remove the intentionally applied sulphidation. Product Includes: Bracelet, Bracelet Gift Box, Silver Polishing Cloth, PVC Zipper Bag ■ Nellie After-Sales Service: Enjoy lifetime warranty and repair services for your purchased items. (Repair fees may apply depending on the condition of the item) ■ Shipping Information All Nellie products are shipped from Nepal. To optimize international shipping costs for you, orders within Asian countries are consolidated weekly and sent to our Taiwan studio. From there, our Taiwan team will dispatch the items to you.