{"product_id":"tourmaline-bracelet-small-beads","title":"Tourmaline Bracelet, Small Beads","description":"\u003cp\u003eTourmaline at a fine gauge with sterling silver findings. The metalwork is 925 silver, so the parts that touch your skin are the ones least likely to cause irritation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you receive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tourmaline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBead size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-4 mm beads with 925 silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single loop, elastic, no clasp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e 925 sterling silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 15-18 cm (5.9-7.1 in) wrist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 18-26 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout tourmaline\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTourmaline is a borosilicate mineral with a complicated chemistry: aluminium, boron and silicon combined with any of several metals, and which metal is present decides the colour. One crystal can be green at one end and pink at the other, and slices across it show both. The mineral is strongly pleochroic, meaning a single stone looks darker or lighter depending on the direction you look through it. Hardness is 7 to 7.5, which makes it one of the more durable coloured stones for everyday wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFit and sizing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a single loop, elastic bracelet on elastic with no clasp, and fits approx. 15-18 cm (5.9-7.1 in) wrist. Because the core is elastic it rolls on over the hand, so there is nothing to fasten one-handed. If you need a specific 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\u003eWipe with a soft damp cloth. Avoid steam and sudden temperature change, since tourmaline often contains fine internal fractures.\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\u003eWhat is tourmaline?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTourmaline is a borosilicate mineral with a complicated chemistry: aluminium, boron and silicon combined with any of several metals, and which metal is present decides the colour. Usually untreated. Colour is intrinsic to the crystal chemistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it fit a larger wrist?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe elastic core gives roughly 1 cm of stretch, so it suits a wrist from about 14 to 19 cm. Beyond that the beads sit too far apart and the loop stops looking even. Message us if you are unsure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe to exercise in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight activity is fine. Sweat itself does no harm, but the elastic degrades faster with repeated stretching and drying, and a heavy gym session is where most elastic-core bracelets fail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long does the elastic last?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect a year or two of daily wear. Elastic fails from UV, sweat and repeated stretching rather than from age, so storing it out of direct sun when you are not wearing it makes a real difference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the silver real 925?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The metal parts are stamped 925 sterling silver, which is 92.5 percent silver alloyed with copper for hardness. It will tarnish over time, and a silver cloth brings it back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/it\/collections\/new-arrivals\"\u003eNew arrivals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/it\/collections\/bracelets\"\u003eAll crystal bracelets\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/it\/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":52480536477991,"sku":"VIN-TM-006","price":34.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/2011\/1143\/files\/VIN-TM-006-01.jpg?v=1793294142","url":"https:\/\/vincryst.com\/it\/products\/tourmaline-bracelet-small-beads","provider":"Vincryst","version":"1.0","type":"link"}