{"product_id":"miao-silver-cylinder-needle-case-pendant-necklace-vintage-ethnic-n03","title":"Miao Silver Cylinder Needle Case Pendant Necklace | Vintage Ethnic Wax Rope Long Chain N03","description":"\u003cp\u003eIt was made to hold needles. Now it holds something else — whatever you decide to put inside it. The \u003cstrong\u003eMiao Silver Cylinder Needle Case Pendant Necklace N03\u003c\/strong\u003e is a long sweater-chain necklace centred on a cylindrical pendant inspired by the traditional Miao needle case: a hollow silver tube worn by Miao women to carry embroidery needles, adapted here into a wearable object of quiet, tactile beauty. The cylinder's surface is covered in rows of raised silver granules and incised linear grooves, with engraved scroll-pattern end caps at each side. It opens. Inside is a smaller inner cylinder — the original needle case within the case. Suspended horizontally on a hand-knotted adjustable black wax rope. \u003cem\u003eA tool that became a talisman.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0016\/5157\/2781\/files\/2_56e9c88a-1a09-490b-9e05-c02b0d977c33.png?v=1786433531\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0016\/5157\/2781\/files\/n03-pendant-body-front-view-white-background.png?v=1786436199\" alt=\"N03 Pendant Body Front View - White Background\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0016\/5157\/2781\/files\/4_bba9ab5c-6b7e-459f-8008-84959ad55ee3.png?v=1786436061\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0016\/5157\/2781\/files\/n03-end-cap-detail-no-knot.png?v=1786435767\" alt=\"N03 End Cap Detail - No Knot\"\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1.5px solid currentColor;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600; padding: 12px 0;\"\u003eRead more +\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from copper with silver-tone electroplating, finished with a controlled antiquing process (black\/yellow patina) that deepens the granule and groove detail and gives the piece its aged, ceremonial quality. The antiquing is applied by hand — the surface will have traces of carbon powder or wax patina that can be partially wiped away with a soft cloth before wearing. The wax rope is hand-knotted and fully adjustable in length. The pendant opens at one end to reveal the inner cylinder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePendant dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 0.79 in H × 3.15 in W \/ 2 cm × 8 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInner cylinder:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 0.31 in \/ 0.8 cm diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 85 g \/ 3.0 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Copper base with silver-tone electroplating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Antique patina (black\/yellow); wipe with soft cloth before wearing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChain:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-knotted adjustable black wax rope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Openable cylinder with inner needle case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWear style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long sweater chain, pendant hangs horizontally\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1.5px solid currentColor;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600; padding: 12px 0;\"\u003eFAQ +\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e0d6cc; padding: 12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe surface has black marks — is this a defect?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The black\/yellow patina is applied by hand as part of the antiquing process, and the surface may have traces of carbon powder or wax patina. This is intentional and characteristic of Miao silverwork. Simply wipe the surface with a soft dry cloth before wearing to remove any loose patina residue. The degree of polishing is entirely your choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e0d6cc; padding: 12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the pendant actually open?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the cylinder opens at one end to reveal a smaller inner cylinder (approx. 0.8cm diameter). You can store small items inside: a rolled note, a tiny charm, or simply leave it as it is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e0d6cc; padding: 12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan I adjust the length of the necklace?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the black wax rope is hand-knotted and fully adjustable. Slide the knots to lengthen or shorten the chain to your preferred wearing length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e0d6cc; padding: 12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the delivery timeframe?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe offer free worldwide shipping. UK orders arrive in 7–12 business days; international orders in 7–20 business days. Each necklace is carefully packaged to arrive in perfect condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is your returns policy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe accept returns within 30 days of delivery. Please contact us at \u003ca href=\"mailto:admin@ibrilliance.shop\"\u003eadmin@ibrilliance.shop\u003c\/a\u003e to initiate a return. Items must be unworn and in original condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1.5px solid currentColor;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600; padding: 12px 0;\"\u003eCraftsmanship Notes +\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Miao needle case is one of the most intimate objects in the Miao silverwork tradition — a small cylinder worn close to the body, carried daily, used to hold the needles that made the embroidery that told the stories. This piece is inspired by that object: its form, its function, and its insistence that the useful and the beautiful are the same thing.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pendant is made from \u003cstrong\u003ecopper with silver-tone electroplating\u003c\/strong\u003e, finished with a hand-applied antique patina. The raised silver granules are individually applied. The incised groove patterns and scroll-engraved end caps are worked by hand. The antiquing finish darkens the recessed areas and can be polished to any degree after purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e0d6cc; padding: 8px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBefore first wear:\u003c\/strong\u003e wipe the surface with a soft dry cloth to remove any loose carbon powder or wax patina residue from the antiquing process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e0d6cc; padding: 8px 0;\"\u003eDo not wear whilst bathing or swimming.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e0d6cc; padding: 8px 0;\"\u003eAvoid contact with perfume and lotions to preserve the plating finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e0d6cc; padding: 8px 0;\"\u003eStore in a sealed bag when not in use to slow oxidation and keep the silver finish bright.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 8px 0;\"\u003eIf the surface oxidises or yellows over time, polish gently with a soft toothbrush and a small amount of toothpaste, then rinse and dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"iBrilliance","offers":[{"title":"Silver","offer_id":47839231508657,"sku":"IBR-NECK-MIAO-CYL-N03","price":58.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0016\/5157\/2781\/files\/8_7e5e1e6f-29a9-45a6-b88b-60e5646a3d1d.png?v=1786434671","url":"https:\/\/ibrilliance.shop\/products\/miao-silver-cylinder-needle-case-pendant-necklace-vintage-ethnic-n03","provider":"iBrilliance shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}