Ai no Suna Necklace

kr 1 850

Some forms need no explanation.

A grain shaped by its surroundings — ocean, waves, other grains. Not by intention, but by time, movement, resistance.

A shape we recognise.

This grain was found on Hatoma Island, Okinawa, Japan.
Scanned at a research facility. Magnified 10× and cast in silver.

Ai no Suna — love sand in Japanese. Ai — love. Suna — sand.

Sand is grit. Grit is sand.
The small is never small.

Description

About the Grain

  • An exact magnification of a heartshaped grain sand found Hatoma Island, Okinawa, Japan
  • Scanned using micro-CT imaging at a research facility
  • Magnified 9:1

Material

  • 100% recycled sterling silver
  • Adjustable chain with three length options
  • OUAW-engraved tag by the clasp

Size

  • Pendant 12 mm/ 0,5 in (9x enlarged)
  • Chain adjustable to 40, 42 or 45 cm / 16, 17 or 18 in

Care

  • Wipe with a soft cloth after use to remove oils or residue
  • Polish with a polishing cloth or silver dip when needed — if using silver dip, finish with a dry cloth
  • Never wear in natural hot springs or volcanic pools — the minerals blacken silver within seconds
  • Store in the box or a soft pouch when not wearing
  • Arrange chains in loops to avoid tangling — never force or pull

Pro tip! Find the small ziplock bag under the soft insert in your box. Store your silver in it between wears — it darkens far more slowly. Not as fancy — but practical!