{"product_id":"rhodochrosite-bracelet-banded-pink-argentine-stone","title":"Rhodochrosite Bracelet — Banded Pink Argentine Stone","description":"\u003cp\u003eRhodochrosite is manganese carbonate, and the banded pink material used in jewellery comes mainly from Argentina, where it formed in old silver mines. Each band is a layer laid down at a different moment, which is why the pattern cannot be imitated by dye. At 3.5 to 4 on the Mohs scale it is one of the softest stones we sell, and the price reflects the grade of rough rather than the size of the beads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you receive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural rhodochrosite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Argentina\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\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.5-4 (soft)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout rhodochrosite\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRhodochrosite is manganese carbonate. The banded pink and cream material used in jewellery comes mainly from Argentina, where it formed in old silver mines, and the pattern is a growth record — each band is a layer laid down at a different moment. It measures only 3.5 to 4 on the Mohs scale, making it one of the softer stones sold as beads, and the colour is natural rather than dyed.\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\u003eRhodochrosite is soft and acid-sensitive. Do not soak it, do not use ultrasonic or steam cleaners, and keep it away from perfume, vinegar-based cleaners and citrus. Wipe with a soft dry cloth and store it in a pouch rather than loose in a box.\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\u003eIs the pink dyed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Rhodochrosite is never dyed in the trade: the banding is a growth pattern inside the stone and dye cannot reproduce it. If you see even, flat pink with no banding under a lens, it is a different material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is this bracelet more expensive than others?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grade of rough. Banded rhodochrosite with strong contrast and no fractures is scarce, and the price of the raw stone is set by that, not by bead size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow careful do I need to be?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFairly. Rhodochrosite is 3.5-4 on the Mohs scale and sensitive to acid, so no soaking, no perfume, no ultrasonic or steam cleaning. Wipe with a soft dry cloth and store it in a pouch.\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=\"\/ja\/collections\/new-arrivals\"\u003eNew arrivals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/ja\/collections\/bracelets\"\u003eAll crystal bracelets\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/ja\/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":52480360415527,"sku":"VIN-CB-019","price":79.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/2011\/1143\/files\/VIN-CB-019-01.jpg?v=1793289896","url":"https:\/\/vincryst.com\/ja\/products\/rhodochrosite-bracelet-banded-pink-argentine-stone","provider":"Vincryst","version":"1.0","type":"link"}