Spring Autumn Handmade | 4mm High-Content Imperial Sand, High-Glaze Turquoise | Slim Bracelet, Zodiac Year Charm

Life is like a dream, Cherish lightly, Listen quietly, Finding simple joy in the mundane. A bead, a keepsake, a thought, a wish. A touch of cinnabar red on the wrist is the essence of millennia of culture, a balm for the soul, a guiding light, a small sanctuary connecting heaven and earth. Evil spirits stay away, a steady heart ensures success, and good fortune naturally follows. Original design, elastic cord cinnabar bracelet, custom-made (please note your wrist circumference). 4mm Imperial Cinnabar + 6mm High-Glaze Turquoise One piece in stock for each, ships within 2 days. Custom orders take 3-5 days to ship. Slim cinnabar bracelet, exquisite, minimalist, elegant, perfect for stacking!!! (All photos are taken in natural light. Color variations may occur due to different equipment, weather, and screen displays. Please be aware!) > Types Shuifei Sand, Imperial Sand, Purple Gold Sand, and Crystal Sand are all high-content quality cinnabar. Their **primary differences lie in color, texture, hardness, and manufacturing methods**. **"Shuifei Sand"** A true red, with a slight orange undertone. The surface has a warm, matte finish that becomes brighter with wear, forming a patina. The production method involves repeatedly grinding cinnabar into fine particles to form a paste, stirring with water, allowing it to settle, and collecting the upper "turbid liquid." This is then left to precipitate again (the Shuifei purification method). The cinnabar mud at the bottom is air-dried and then pressed using ancient techniques. A cross-section will still reveal uniformly fine, shimmering mineral particles. **"Imperial Sand"** The color leans towards a true red with a brighter luster and higher hardness. The production method involves gradually purifying natural cinnabar ore through multiple processes such as **crushing/grinding/magnetic separation/Shuifei/high polishing**, and then pressing it using ancient techniques. Imperial Sand has almost no visible mineral shimmer on the surface, but has it internally. The surface features a **high-polishing** process to achieve a metallic texture, especially under sunlight, enhancing its metallic feel. **"Purple Gold Sand"** The color is a purplish-red, with slightly lower hardness than Imperial Sand. The production method involves multiple steps like **crushing/grinding/screening** from natural cinnabar ore, but **without the Shuifei purification**. Therefore, the surface is less refined and has small, scattered mineral shimmers, creating a "starry sky" effect. **"Crystal Sand"** The color is purplish-red and translucent. These are large cinnabar particles directly chipped from cinnabar ore. The crystal particles are clearly visible on the surface, and under light, they are transparent, emitting a fluorescent red glow. > Spring Plowing and Autumn Harvest Everything in this world that unfolds, that is poetic, that is beautiful, often happens naturally, just like the changing seasons. Learn to slow down, clear your mind, treat life with gentleness, respect the power of time, and allow everything to grow naturally. Like a tree, grow with focus and without fear, developing clear growth rings. Our handmade crafts are also made with this philosophy!! > Cinnabar The earliest written records refer to cinnabar with a single character, "丹" (dān). "丹" is a pictographic character. In ancient times, mineral shafts were dug, and minerals were extracted from them. Thus, the character "丹" is essentially the character "井" (jǐng, well) with a dot in the middle, signifying something taken from a dug mine. This something is cinnabar. Because cinnabar is red, often a deep red, "朱" (zhū) also means red. Later, cinnabar was called "朱砂" (zhūshā), where "丹" and "朱" describe the color, and "砂" describes the shape, referring to irregularly shaped mineral particles. The color of cinnabar is permanent. 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," whose main ingredient is also cinnabar. From a Feng Shui perspective, cinnabar is collected from minerals that gather the essence of the sun and moon, absorbing the pure energy of heaven and earth. Therefore, cinnabar possesses a very strong Yang energy magnetic field. We can observe that jade feels cool in the hand, while cinnabar feels warm. Since ancient times, cinnabar has been used in Taoist rituals for drawing talismans, consecrating objects, warding off evil, and suppressing malevolent influences. Cinnabar has always been regarded as a supreme item for enhancing luck, warding off evil, attracting blessings, and accumulating wealth. It carries auspicious meanings of good fortune, wealth, and peace. The *Shennong Ben Cao Jing* (Classic of Materia Medica) lists cinnabar as a superior herbal substance, often used in medicinal treatments for calming the spirit, detoxification, and alleviating insomnia with excessive dreaming. Living in the modern era, owning one or two cinnabar artifacts can also help cultivate one's character, soothe the eyes, and calm the mind. > Authentication All cinnabar products in our store are high-content cinnabar with a substantial 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 burn finished products directly, as it is difficult to control the time and area. If it turns black after prolonged heating, it cannot be restored.) >. True cinnabar can draw orangey-red lines on paper. (To avoid damaging the appearance of the finished product, please choose an inconspicuous area to draw the line, or use one of the complimentary beads for testing.) > Maintenance Cinnabar jewelry without metal or plant-based components (such as wood, bamboo, bodhi seeds, etc.) can be exposed to water in moderation, but it is not suitable for prolonged soaking, as this will affect its luster. Water exposure is not recommended for braided cord styles. After cleaning, allow them to air dry before wearing, as wearing damp cords can lead to excessive dampness, which is not beneficial for the body. 1. Avoid Corrosion Cinnabar is a mineral and is insoluble in water. However, frequent contact with chemicals such as soap and shower gel can cause corrosion. 2. Avoid Contact with Metal Objects The mineral elements in cinnabar can absorb metal ions, causing irreversible darkening or blackening of the cinnabar. 3. Avoid High Temperatures The mercuric sulfide component in cinnabar will only release at temperatures of 380 degrees Celsius. Therefore, as long as the cinnabar jewelry is kept away from high-temperature environments during normal wear, it is safe to wear. 4. Avoid Collisions with Hard or Sharp Objects. Cinnabar has high hardness and is brittle; be careful to prevent drops. 5. How to Clean If the cinnabar appears dirty, do not soak it in water, as this can alter its original brilliance! You can gently wipe it a few times with a slightly damp cotton cloth and let it air dry for a while. 6. Oiling for Preservation Apply a layer of white tea oil or olive oil to the finished product. Allow the surface to absorb the oil, making it more lustrous and bright. If applying oil, you can seal it in a brocade box, perhaps wrapped in plastic wrap to prevent the oil from staining the brocade lining. 7. Frequent Handling Frequently handle the cinnabar jewelry worn on your body with your hands. This allows a thin layer of oil to adhere to the surface, making it appear more antique and elegant over time. The actual product is more exquisite and beautiful than the photos.