{"product_id":"green-sandalwood-black-obsidian-double","title":"Green Sandalwood Black Obsidian Double Bracelet","description":"\u003ch3\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen sandalwood (\u003cem\u003eBulnesia arborea\u003c\/em\u003e) — a hardwood native to South America known for its distinctive color shift. Paired with three genuine black obsidian accent beads and brass spacer beads. Black obsidian is natural volcanic glass, polished to a smooth deep-black finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow It Wears In\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh from finishing, the wood has a warm honey-yellow tone. Over weeks of daily wear and exposure to air, the surface oxidizes gradually: first to a soft olive-green, then settling into a deeper moss-green that is unique to each wearer. No two bracelets age the same way. The obsidian beads hold their finish without change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a \u003cstrong\u003elightweight\u003c\/strong\u003e wood. If it feels surprisingly light when you first pick it up — that is the nature of this material, not a sign of quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere You'll Reach For It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA quiet, grounding piece — dark against green, present without being loud.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMorning:\u003c\/strong\u003e slipped on with your first coffee, before the day asks anything of you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAt your desk:\u003c\/strong\u003e the matte black stones catch the light as you type, a small visual pause between tasks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeekend:\u003c\/strong\u003e layered alongside a watch or a plain metal band for a stacked look that reads intentional, not loud.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTravel:\u003c\/strong\u003e it packs flat, weighs almost nothing, and asks for none of the fuss of fine jewelry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvening:\u003c\/strong\u003e the easiest thing to put on when you want a finished look without thinking about it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead diameter: 8 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStyle: double-wrap bracelet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccent stones: 3 black obsidian beads, spaced evenly along the wrap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpacers: brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: hand-finished, hand-polished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural variation: each bead differs slightly in shade, tone, and size — this is characteristic of solid wood, not a flaw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIn Chinese Tradition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Chinese material culture, certain woods and stones carry symbolic meaning passed down through craft and folklore. Within the traditional five-element (wuxing) framework, green sandalwood is associated with wood and obsidian — a volcanic glass — with water. In that system, water is read as nourishing wood, a pairing historically seen as harmonious and growth-oriented, not as any physical effect on the wearer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack obsidian\u003c\/strong\u003e has appeared in Chinese ornament for centuries and is traditionally associated with protection and a calm, settled feeling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreen sandalwood\u003c\/strong\u003e has long been valued in Chinese woodcraft for its slow-grown density and its color that deepens with age — informally linked with endurance and quiet continuity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are cultural associations carried by the materials themselves — not claims we make about the person wearing them. We offer this bracelet for how it looks, feels, and ages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen sandalwood is a natural material that responds to how you treat it. A little attention keeps it looking its best for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeep it dry.\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove the bracelet before washing hands, showering, swimming, or doing dishes. The wood does not handle soaking or prolonged moisture — no baths, no submerging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkip the sweat.\u003c\/strong\u003e Take it off during intense workouts or on very humid, hot days. Heavy perspiration changes the surface finish faster than normal wear. If your hands run sweaty, you can handle the beads with a soft cotton cloth instead of bare skin to keep the surface clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatch the heat.\u003c\/strong\u003e When the temperature climbs above 39°C (102°F), set the bracelet aside in a cool, dry spot and put it back on when it cools down. Direct sunlight causes uneven color change — store it away from windows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid chemicals.\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfume, lotion, sunscreen, and cleaning products can stain or dull the wood. Apply those first, let them dry, then put on your bracelet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGo easy on impact.\u003c\/strong\u003e Wood can knock and scuff — avoid rough handling, and don't wear it where it'll get battered against hard surfaces. Obsidian is glass and can chip if struck hard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e keep it in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place out of direct sun. A sealed pouch or box helps hold steady humidity and keeps the surface from drying out too fast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne note on nature: each bead varies slightly in shade and size, and the color deepens at its own pace. That variation is the material, not a defect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cultural notes above are drawn from Chinese tradition and shared for context only. They are not medical or health claims. Lumala does not claim that wearing this bracelet affects physical or mental well-being. 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