faq
general care
Take good care of your pieces when in and near water — removing them before showering, swimming, etc. is smart. Exposure to salt air and saltwater may encourage a green patina (and deep joy) in raw brass — to brighten greening metal, simply polish with a soft cloth.
materials
All cabochons are cut and shaped by hand the old way. It takes a whole lot longer, yes, but we think you’ll feel the soul.
Because we also love this earth, we thoughtfully source all our materials: recycled silver and gold, vintage diamonds, and found or ethically-sourced stones.
brass specifically
As you wear your hand-hammered brass, it will naturally develop a rich, lived-in patina. If you prefer a brighter look, Penny Brite, an eco-friendly metal cleaner, is a wonderful addition to your soft cloth polishing.
Lemon is another natural brightener: juice half of a lemon into one cup of water, then add a teaspoon of salt — stir to dissolve. Drop pieces in your lemony elixir until desired brightness, then remove. Rinse, then dry completely.
shipping
We want you to receive your order as soon as possible. For ready pieces, orders ship within 1-3 business days. For made-to-order pieces, we will notify you of an estimated shipping date. Once your order has shipped, you will receive a confirmation email; should you have any further questions, please reach out. If shipment is delayed for any reason, we will let you know.
repairs, etc.
We want you to love your pieces; if something isn’t right, we want to make it that way. Please email at jenn @ basaalt . co for customer support; all sales final.
basalt with one a
Basalt — or basaltic rocks — are volcanic rocks that make up a majority of the earth’s crust. From the walls of the Columbia River Gorge, to the vast spread of our earthen ocean floor, to our moon’s lunar maria, to the broad plains of Venus: all are made of mostly basalt. From this earth to limitless sky, we hope you love our shared basaltic home and your BASAALT pieces.
the meaning of life
We aren’t entirely sure, either, but we think it has something to do with having a real nice time — and we certainly hope you’re having one.