{"product_id":"lapis-lazuli-double-wrap-bracelet-deep-blue-beads","title":"Lapis Lazuli Double-Wrap Bracelet — Deep Blue Beads","description":"\u003cp\u003eLapis lazuli is a rock rather than a single mineral: lazurite supplies the blue, calcite shows as white clouds, and pyrite as small gold flecks. At 5 to 5.5 on the Mohs scale it is soft for a bracelet stone, so this strand is strung long enough to wrap twice and sit without being pulled tight. The deepest, most uniform blue continues to come from Afghan material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you receive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural lapis lazuli (lazurite rock)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double wrap, elastic, no clasp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wraps twice around a 15-18 cm (5.9-7.1 in) wrist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5-5.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout lapis lazuli\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLapis lazuli is a rock rather than a single mineral: lazurite gives the blue, calcite shows as white clouds, and pyrite as small metallic gold flecks. It measures 5 to 5.5 on the Mohs scale, which is soft for a bracelet stone, and the deep uniform blue that commands the highest prices comes from Afghanistan. Most lapis is untreated, though some material is waxed or lightly impregnated to seal surface porosity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFit and sizing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a double wrap, elastic strung on elastic with no clasp, and it wraps twice around a 15-18 cm (5.9-7.1 in) wrist. Because the core is elastic you wind it on rather than fasten it, so there is nothing to do up one-handed. If you need a different length, message us before ordering and we will tell you what is in stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLapis is porous and soft. Do not soak it, do not swim or shower in it, and keep it away from perfume, hairspray and anything acidic, all of which dull the surface. Wipe with a barely damp cloth and dry immediately. Avoid ultrasonic cleaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping and returns\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrders are processed in 1-3 business days from our Shenzhen studio. Standard delivery to the US takes 10-20 business days and costs $8; shipping is free on orders over $70. Express delivery is $15. A tracking number is emailed once the parcel is handed to the carrier. Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery on unworn pieces in their original packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre the white and gold marks defects?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. White clouds are calcite and the gold flecks are pyrite, both part of the rock. Uniform deep blue with no calcite is the most expensive grade; a mix of white and gold is normal and is what most lapis looks like.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I get it wet?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBetter not. Lapis is porous and soft, and water, soap, perfume and anything acidic will dull the surface over time. Wipe with a barely damp cloth and dry it immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does a double wrap fit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe strand is long enough to circle an average wrist twice, roughly 15-18 cm (5.9-7.1 in). It is elastic with no clasp, so you wind it on rather than fasten it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long does delivery take?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrders are processed in 1-3 business days from our Shenzhen studio. Standard delivery to the US takes 10-20 business days and costs $8; shipping is free on orders over $70. Express delivery is $15. A tracking number is emailed once the parcel is handed to the carrier. Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery on unworn pieces in their original packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/new-arrivals\"\u003eNew arrivals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/bracelets\"\u003eAll crystal bracelets\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/es\/blogs\/journal\/sterling-silver-crystal-bracelet-guide\"\u003eSterling silver bracelet guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Vincryst","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52480359104807,"sku":"VIN-CB-018","price":27.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/2011\/1143\/files\/VIN-CB-018-01.jpg?v=1793289840","url":"https:\/\/vincryst.com\/es\/products\/lapis-lazuli-double-wrap-bracelet-deep-blue-beads","provider":"Vincryst","version":"1.0","type":"link"}