Materials, Treatments & Origin
Materials, Treatments & Origin
How we describe materials
Every product page states the material of the stone or metal and the treatment applied, if any. We use these terms in a specific way:
- Natural. No dye, no polymer impregnation. Heat treatment may still apply and is stated separately.
- Heat-treated. Heated to change colour. The mineral is unchanged; the colour is.
- Dyed. Colour added. It may fade or bleed.
- Stabilised. Impregnated with resin to harden a soft or fractured stone.
- Synthetic or reconstituted. Made in a lab, or ground stone bonded with resin. We say so plainly.
Metals
- Solid sterling silver. Marked 925. May tarnish; polishes back.
- Solid brass or bronze. Tarnishes, can leave a mark on skin, may irritate sensitive skin.
- Plated or gold-filled. A layer over a base metal. Plating wears at friction points; gold-filled lasts longer.
Origin
Origin is reported by our suppliers. Where we have not independently verified a source, the page says "supplier-reported". If a stone's origin cannot be established, we do not print a country.
Safety
Small parts are a choking hazard; keep them away from children and pets. Paper goods and incense are flammable. Metal components may irritate sensitive skin.