Inspired Piece - Zebra Tanya (Turquoise / Ebony Wood / Australian Pink Zebra Jasper) (12.5cm)

“Original creation. Any resemblance to other works is purely coincidental. The following is a legend or source of inspiration, not a guaranteed effect.” She bounded into my arms, my little cousin, with bright black eyes, swaying with me to the music. Her baby babble was like that of a giant, adorable doll. The "Zebra Tanya" bracelet is a piece inspired by family at that age. Lively, sweet, yet mischievous and shy, her significant age difference reminded me of the time I used to look after my younger siblings. Featuring Australian Pink Zebra Jasper as the main material, its misty pink texture is reminiscent of a plush toy, soft and warm, evoking my innocent childhood memories. The dark ebony wood mirrors her eyes, full of curiosity and liveliness. Turquoise accents are interspersed, with pure white and playfully dark stripes, as if capturing her mischievous side during playtime. The entire bracelet is like a portrayal of her personality – cute and spirited, innocent yet pure. She would pull my hand, running with a smile; she would pout and hide behind me, her eyes sparkling with anticipation; she would hop and skip, like a playful little zebra, yet blush easily at small things. Wearing this bracelet is like embracing that carefree time, cherishing those softest, most sincere memories in your heart. --- Metal Care: 1. Avoid Contact with Water and Sweat: Metal oxidizes easily when exposed to water. It is recommended to avoid wearing jewelry while washing hands, swimming, or exercising to prevent sweat and moisture from accelerating discoloration. 2. Keep Away from Chemicals: Chemical substances like cosmetics, perfumes, and cleaning agents can damage the surface of jewelry. It is advisable to put on jewelry after applying makeup to avoid direct contact with chemicals. 3. Avoid Collisions and Friction: Collisions and friction can cause surface scratches. Try to avoid rubbing jewelry against hard objects or dropping it. 4. Store Separately: When storing jewelry, it is best to place it in a sealed bag or anti-oxidation pouch, and keep it separate from other metal jewelry to prevent friction and oxidation. 5. Polishing and Maintenance: Silver jewelry can be polished with a silver polishing cloth. Other metal jewelry can be wiped with a regular glasses cloth. Please note that using a silver polishing cloth on non-silver items may cause a chemical reaction. --- Metal Testing and Usage Status: Self-conducted experiments tested the performance of metals in various environments (sulfur hot springs, high salt, scratching, hydrochloric acid). The results are as follows: ◇ Brass: Under natural use, it gradually deepens, presenting an antique style. One metal, two experiences. High salt environments may generate yellowish-brown copper oxide. ◇ Alloy (Brass/Zinc/Stainless Steel/Silver Plated Surface, Copper/Brass Interior): Please be aware if you have copper allergies! Experiments show that high salt or high acid environments accelerate oxidation, causing darkening or verdigris. ◇ S925 Silver: Turns black in sulfurous environments; becomes misty in high salt environments (can be wiped with a silver polishing cloth); turns red or misty in hydrochloric acid environments. ◇ Type 304 Stainless Steel: Very stable in general environments. May develop pitting (greenish-brown oxide) when exposed to hydrochloric acid. Once the outer layer is compromised, exposure to high salt environments will generate yellowish-brown oxides. ◇ Zinc Alloy: Very stable in general environments, but may develop cracks in highly acidic environments (such as hydrochloric acid) and will change from these cracks, causing the metal to become brittle. ◇ 14K Gold Filled (Plated): The interior is typically brass, with a relatively thick gold layer plated on the exterior. Under normal use, it can last 5-10 years. Avoid contact with chemicals when wearing. If the outer layer is scratched and exposes the brass layer, oxidation may occur; in the experimental environments above, the outer layer showed high stability.