The black obsidian sets the tone: a near-black volcanic glass with a deep, mirror-like surface. The chalcedony provides the counterweight, being a smooth, slightly waxy translucent stone, often in pale blue or white. Physically it is a strand that sits at the wrist. The piece belongs to Tsering Treasures, a series centred on warm metals, carved detail and mixed materials. The pi xiu appears as a compact seated creature figure. It is a traditional Chinese motif, used here for the strength of its silhouette and its place in that visual tradition.
What follows is a plain description of each material, including how it changes. For the black obsidian, the behaviour matters more than the finish: it takes a very high polish but is more brittle than crystalline stone, so it chips rather than scratches. Chalcedony needs a separate note: it is durable in wear and holds a soft, even polish. The copper appears as a warm reddish metal with a soft, low-glare surface. Against the skin, it darkens toward a brown patina with wear and skin contact, which some owners prefer and others polish back.
The piece lists two configurations, namely “Black Obsidian” and “Chalcedony”. Ask for extra photographs of the exact piece if any detail matters to your decision. Balance is a personal intention carried at the wrist, not an effect the materials produce. Each selected piece has its own colour balance and marking, so treat the photograph as a close guide rather than an exact sample. We confirm the current piece, the finished dimensions and the lead time in writing before any payment.
Care
Avoid impact at edges and store it separately so the polished surface is not marked. Wipe it dry and avoid prolonged soaking and household chemicals. Wipe it dry after wear and store it away from damp air; polish only with a copper-safe cloth if you want the original brightness. Water, perfume and cleaning products are the three things most likely to shorten its life. Wipe it after wear, store it dry and away from direct sun, and it will need very little else.
A note on meaning
Symbols and materials may support reflection, memory or ritual. They are not medical treatment and do not guarantee wealth, protection, healing or any spiritual result.
