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Kanji Symbols Slate Coasters Set - "Earth, Wind, Fire, Water" | 
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| Brand: Modern Artisans
Category: Kitchen
Buy New: $30.00
Rating:  7 reviews
Sales Rank: 36927
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2.5
Dimensions (in): 3.8 x 0.5 x 3.8
ASIN: B000BD18UM
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Handcrafted from all-natural materials | | • | Kanji symbols for Earth, Wind, Fire & Water | | • | Backed with cork | | • | Includes a metal storage tray | | • | Adds a natural elegance to any home or office |
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| Editorial Reviews:
Product Description
Beautifully etched in natural "coppers mine" slate, the kanji symbols for Earth, Wind, Fire and Water are each represented in this 4-piece coaster set. Handcrafed in the USA from all-natural materials, the coaster set features cork paddings and includes a metal tray, which stores the coasters in an upright position. The brown patina of the tray creates a wonderful color combination with the slate coasters when not in use and adds a natural elegance to any home or office.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 2 more reviews...
 VERY pleased! November 9, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I am very pleased with these. They look just as good in person as they do in the picture, and any chips or scratches will only enhance the natural aesthetic.
The natural styling adds elegance and is much more true to the spirit and aesthetic that they present. They blend into the atmosphere in a very organic way that draws things together rather than competing for attention. Visitors also love them, and "traditional" Asian teaware looks magnificent sitting on them.
I was initially worried about the fact that they don't have a rim and don't absorb liquid, but the size and the natural stone surface easily make up for that; they do their job very well.
One reviewer said that the lighter "paint" comes off, but this is not true. They are not painted, but rather etched stone. The lighter areas are, however, porous stone that will readily absorb any dirt, which will darken this area to approximately that of the rest. This can even happen with just condensation from the outside of a glass; probably from dust/dirt on the glass or the coaster itself. If you look in the right light then you can actually see it on the darker parts of the coaster as well. This is very easily cleaned off by simply rinsing under the tap or dabbing/wiping with a damp cloth. It's really a non-issue; they don't get any dirtier than any other non-absorbent coaster I've used.
The only downside that I have seen so far is that while the coasters themselves have cork feet to prevent scratching the table, the holder is plain metal that would very easily leave scratches. So if you plan to place the holder directly on a scratchable surface then you will need to get some felt or rubber feet. I just glued some rubber matting on the bottom, although I decided that I like the look of the coasters just stacked in the middle of the table with each rotated just slightly.
Hardy Coasters October 14, 2008
We love this coasters! It sits on our living room coffee table and used all the time.
 Looks Better On A Web Page June 11, 2008
Received the item in a reasonable time frame, however, the coasters are much more 'rugged' in appearance than when viewed online. The holder will definately scratch a wooden surface as well, so keep that in mind before buying.
Beautiful! February 22, 2007
These are not only practical coasters, but are pieces of art as well. Only drawback, they are heavy. If you have a young child around, be careful with glass tables!
Slate Coasters February 15, 2007
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Very attractive coaster set. Gave as a gift and they loved it. It works well for catching the water instead of the water runing off and onto the table. Very pleased, will probably buy some for myself.
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