Frequently Asked Questions

Archetypes are the 12 bracelets of Inner Alchemy, each a pattern of strength and where a man gets stuck, closing with 14k Gold-Fill. Intentions are 24 pieces across seven themes (abundance, courage, focus, protection, stillness, strength and transformation), as bracelets or necklaces, with sterling silver hardware.

Take a quiz: the Archetype quiz or the Intention quiz, 7 questions and about 60 seconds each. Or compare pieces side by side, or browse the stones that suit what you're working on.

Both forms use the same stones and serve the same Intention. A bracelet sits on the wrist as a visible daily anchor. A necklace sits closer to the chest, layers easily, and reads as quieter. Most Intentions are available in both forms, and they're designed to be worn together.

Every stone is genuine natural stone. Variation in colour and pattern is part of it, so no two pieces are identical. The Stone Guide covers the meaning and formation of each one.

Yes. 14k Gold-Fill is a thick layer of real 14k gold mechanically bonded to a base metal core. It's not plated and it's not coated. With normal wear it resists fading and abrasion across years, which is why it's the standard we use for every Inner Alchemy piece. More in What Is 14k Gold-Fill?

Sterling Silver, with no plating or coating, so there is no surface layer to wear through. Like all real silver it can darken with time; a soft polishing cloth brings it straight back.

Most of what touches your skin is natural stone. The wire is coated stainless steel and almost entirely covered by the beads, so the main metal contact is the clasp and findings: 14k Gold-Fill over a brass core on Archetypes, sterling silver on Intentions. If you have a known metal allergy, check these materials before ordering.

Yes. Each piece is a set combination built around its Archetype or Intention, and we can also make a custom piece. Contact us and tell us the stones you have in mind.

Bracelets come in seven sizes from 18 to 24cm, fitting wrists 15.5 to 22.5cm; 21cm is the most common. Necklaces come in seven lengths from 46 to 58cm; 50cm, on the upper chest, is the most common. See the size guide.

For a bracelet, measure your wrist where you'd wear it with a flexible tape, then add 2cm for a standard fit or 3cm for a relaxed one. For a necklace, 46cm sits at the base of the neck, 48cm just below the collarbone, 50cm on the upper chest, and 52 to 58cm lower on the chest. The size guide has the full chart.

Archetypes close with a 14k Gold-Fill clasp, Intentions with sterling silver. The beads are strung on flexible stainless steel wire, so it moves with you but doesn't stretch or sag over time.

Unworn pieces can be exchanged for another size within 30 days of delivery. Contact us and we'll sort it out.

Yes. The stainless steel wire and the 14k Gold-Fill or sterling silver hardware are built for daily wear. Take it off for swimming, showering and heavy exercise.

The Care Guide covers cleaning, the metals, what to take it off for, storing it and re-stringing.

Each piece is made to order in Queensland, Australia. We aim to dispatch within 2 business days. Every piece is handmade after you order, so occasionally it can take a little longer. During peak sale and holiday periods, allow up to 4 business days for your shipping confirmation. See the shipping policy for details.

Yes, we ship worldwide. In Australia, Standard shipping is free on orders over $119 (otherwise $10) and Express is free over $249 (otherwise $13). In the US, Standard shipping is free over US$99, with duties included. For every other country, shipping is calculated at checkout.

You can return unworn pieces in original condition within 30 days of delivery. You'll receive a credit note to use on another size or piece. We don't refund change of mind because each piece is made to order with natural stones, but we'll always work with you on sizing. See the returns policy for full terms.

Yes, until it's been fulfilled. Contact us as soon as you can with your order number and what you'd like to change.

Yes. Every piece is covered by our 12-month guarantee: if it fails under normal daily wear, we'll repair or replace it. After that, we can re-string any Mana piece.

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Yes. Every piece ships in a Mana for Men box with a card that explains its stones, so it arrives ready to give.

The quiz asks seven questions about your values, instincts, and what you're drawn to. Your answers are scored against twelve Archetypes to find the one that fits where you are now.

Yes. Your Archetype can shift as you grow. Retake the quiz any time to see which Archetype speaks to where you are now.