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Why We Call Them As "Bungle" Instead Of "Bangle"
We had some customers that asked us why we always call "bungle" instead of "bangle", and they asked us if it was a typo or not. So we think so we should write about this.
As you might know, we like to use "Janglish" (Japanese English) to describe our products even for our name.
Around 9 years ago, we started to know MIJ native American style silverwares. The very first brand that we know is Goro's. Through Goro's we know more different silver brands in Japan including First Arrow's. The more we learned, the more we realized how unique and delicacy of those silverwares. And the philosophy of "Balance of Ying Yang", "Wabasabi" behind the products are much more deeper than we thought before. Through learning, we noticed the unique pronunciation of "bangle" - "bungle".
We think "bungle" is actually a better spelling to explain MIJ "bangle".
First Arrow's uses quite unique 950 silver - 95% of high quality silver with 5% classified metals. Through 3 strictly processes of sterling, their silver presents a unique kind of sheen. Jewrly brands nowadays like to make their products lighter with lower percentage of silver to reduce the cost. Through the process of making a bangle, FA always has a process to stress out the extra air bubbles in raw silver to make their products with a higher percentage of silver. This process will make the jewelry more durable and the sheen looks unique like white gold. We even have some customers confused about FA's silverwares as white gold.
The thickness of solid silver is like a "bun". Especially through long time in use, the scratches by users create an uneven kind of texture is like a diary of time. The "wabasabi" of silver makes each of them unique and better looking.
So this is why we say "Bungle" instead of "Bangle". It tells the difference between old school top grade silver smithing and modern crafting process. It represents the spirit of Japanese craftsmmanship - not just a try hard style but also obsession of quality and tradition.
First Arrow's 18K Sunburst With Ruby Large Feather Pendant (P-002J)
We bring in this new style from First Arrow's. It goes with classic First Arrow's large feather with 18K Sunburst logo style. What's special is there is a natural ruby gem perfectly insert in the very middle of the sunburst logo. Natural ruby price goes up every year with finest craftsmanship of First Arrow's, this is something that holds value and represent true luxury standard!
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First Arrow's "Large Feather With Turquoise" Pendant (P-003)
Turquoise stones are pretty common gems. In American Indian culture, Turquoise stones are believed as the spirit of sky and ocean, and they can bring luck to warriors and hunters. We just received these "Turquoise Stone" "Large Feather" Pendants from First Arrow's. The turquoise stones of each pieces are 100% from natural turquoise stone mine, so you will find each of them is one of a kind. First Arrow's classified 950 silver has been used for the body . This will guarantee a super interesting ageing through long time in use. And of course, they are hand build and the pattern of fibber is hand engraved in Japan by FA's finest silver artisans! With many wears, they will age to a more detailed look beautifully!
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First Arrow's 18K Gold Sunburst Concho Earrings
Conchos are common decoration element in Native American culture, they represent wealth and luck. First Arrow's "Concho" Earrings are made of 950 silver for the body. Each one of them has been hand crafted in Japan from the finest silver smith of First Arrow's. We also bring in a plain version and the one with 18K gold symbol.
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First Arrow's "Sunburst" Ear Pierces
In native Indiana culture, the sunburst symbol means hope and life, which is often used as a charm for good luck and health. Today we would like to introduce the First Arrow's "Sunburst" Ear Pierces, they are 100% hand crafted by First Arrow's most skilled artisans from two materials: First Arrow's signature 950 Silver and full K18 gold, the designs are Emblems and Medals.
These pierces share simple designs as well as having elegant characteristics and the "Sunburst" symbol also made them very good charms. Regardless your gender, this will be a bling that is simple but stands out and will match you very well.
These studs also come with great values as the silver ones only being priced for $55 EACH and full K18 gold starting from $154 EACH.
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