{"product_id":"mimosa-cicada-necklace","title":"Mimosa Cicada Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor thousands of years, the cicada has been a symbol of change, renewal, rebirth, metamorphosis, and transformation. Instead of one major metamorphosis, the cicada's 17-year life is marked by multiple moltings (or sheddings of old layers). On its 5th molting, it finally leaves the ground to emerge into the light.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom there, they use their large eyes to seek full awareness of their surroundings. Through powerful song and strong communication, they show us what it is to use voice in a community to be infinitely more effective in a unified pursuit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eSmall\u003c\/strong\u003e pendant measures approximately 3\/4\" tall x 3\/8\" wide, including its bail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade by hand in our South Louisiana studio.\u003cbr\u003eEach piece varies slightly due to its handmade nature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBronze first:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eOur bronze is a solid copper + tin alloy, lead free. Copper can react with the natural acids, sweat, and moisture in your skin. Some people may see a harmless green or blue mark. Others never do. It can even vary day to day based on humidity, activity, or hydration. This is normal and not a quality issue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTarnish \u0026amp; patina:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBronze darkens over time, just like sterling silver. That \"dirty\" look is natural oxidation (patina), not damage. A quick polish brings back a warm glow similar to 14k gold at a fraction of the cost. The trade off is a bit of maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick prevention tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Remove before washing hands, swimming, showering, or heavy sweating.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Dry well after wear.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Apply a thin coat of clear nail polish or jewelry wax to the inside that touches skin if you are sensitive.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Polish as needed with a treated jewelry cloth or gentle metal polish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mimosa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42912712884291,"sku":null,"price":92.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0104\/7609\/3498\/files\/download_d3e67d6e-b2fd-49ff-a10a-b78494f1775f.jpg?v=1769188366","url":"https:\/\/streetsoffairhope.com\/products\/mimosa-cicada-necklace","provider":"Street’s","version":"1.0","type":"link"}