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Silver Handshake
Bali Obsidian and Sterling Silver Cord Unity Bracelet
Silver Handshake, Bali Obsidian and Sterling Silver Cord Unity Bracelet
Length: 6.75"
Henry Anthony Sanny
Crafted of sterling silver, hands come together to clasp an orb of obsidian. They seem to share both its weight and responsibility in a single gesture of friendship. Henry Anthony Sanny displays the... read more$44.99Artist: Henry Anthony Sanny
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Stalwart
Three Jasper Sterling Silver and Ceramic Beaded Bracelets
Stalwart, Three Jasper Sterling Silver and Ceramic Beaded Bracelets
Size: 7" Inner Circ. x 0.2" W
Dina
For artisan Dina from Peru, handcrafting jewelry with an Incan flair is a family affair. Her husband learned ceramic techniques from her, and the whole family works in one artisan form or another.... read more$37.99Artist: Dina
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Unblinking Owl
Men's Owl Obsidian and Leather Braided Wrap Bracelet
Unblinking Owl, Men's Owl Obsidian and Leather Braided Wrap Bracelet
Length: 6.75"
Henry Anthony Sanny
By Balinese artisan Henry Anthony Sanny, this men's wrap bracelet encircles the wrist with bold elegance. Hand-braided leather cord in black forms a wristband, capped at the ends with the face and... read more$119.99Artist: Henry Anthony Sanny
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Golden Handshake
Brass and Black Obsidian Cord Unity Bracelet from Bali
Golden Handshake, Brass and Black Obsidian Cord Unity Bracelet from Bali
Length: 6.75"
Henry Anthony Sanny
Crafted of golden brass, hands come together to clasp an orb of black obsidian. They seem to share both its weight and responsibility in a single gesture of friendship. Henry Anthony Sanny displays... read more$29.99Artist: Henry Anthony Sanny
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Andean Rectangle
Rectangular Obsidian Pendant Bracelet from Peru
Andean Rectangle, Rectangular Obsidian Pendant Bracelet from Peru
Size: 7" Inner Circ. x 0.1" W
Tiberio Gonzales
A rectangle of natural obsidian centers this bracelet from the Andean highlands. Meticulously crafted by Tiberio Gonzales, the bangle encircles the wrist with sleek sterling silver in a contemporary... read more$139.99Artist: Tiberio Gonzales
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Nature's Beauty
Artisan Crafted Obsidian and Onyx Beaded Stretch Bracelet
Nature's Beauty, Artisan Crafted Obsidian and Onyx Beaded Stretch Bracelet
Size: 6.5" Inner Circ. x 0.5" W
Rituu Agarwal
Stunning snowflake obsidian and onyx come together, evoking the beauty of nature's wonders. Presented by Rituu Agarwal of India, the beaded bracelet features alternating beads of smooth onyx and... read more$19.99$16.99Artist: Rituu Agarwal
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Stormy Trio
Obsidian Chip Beaded Stretch Bracelets (Set of 3)
Stormy Trio, Obsidian Chip Beaded Stretch Bracelets (Set of 3)
Size: 7" Inner Circ. x 1.2" W
Joias do Rio
Joias do Rio of Brazil presents a trio of stretch bracelets strung with obsidian stone chips. The bracelets highlight the natural range of black and grey in obsidian, from a dark stormy sky to misty... read more$19.99Artist: Joias do Rio
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Dark Shadow
Modern Sterling and Obsidian Cuff Bracelet
Dark Shadow, Modern Sterling and Obsidian Cuff Bracelet
Size: 6" L (end to end) x 0" W
Oscar Figueroa Escorcia
Gleaming sterling silver mined in Taxco, Mexico is showcased in this sleek cuff bracelet. Oscar Figueroa Escorcia designs the bracelet, which is set with an oval cabochon of jet-black obsidian.$99.99Artist: Oscar Figueroa Escorcia
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Endless Night
Handcrafted Sterling and Obsidian Cuff Bracelet
Endless Night, Handcrafted Sterling and Obsidian Cuff Bracelet
Size: 6" L (end to end) x 0.2" W
Oscar Figueroa Escorcia
A slender ribbon of silver terminates in an oval cabochon of dark obsidian in this fabulous cuff bracelet from Oscar Figueroa Escorcia. The elegant cuff is crafted from sterling silver obtained from... read more$69.99Artist: Oscar Figueroa Escorcia
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Night Chakra
Obsidian and Multi-Gem Bracelet
Night Chakra, Obsidian and Multi-Gem Bracelet
Size: 6.25" Inner Circ. x 0.3" W
Joias do Rio
This fun beaded stretch bracelet is from the artisans of Joias do Rio in Brazil. They string elastic cord with a row of polished obsidian chips, completing the bracelet with a rainbow of gemstones.... read more$19.99Artist: Joias do Rio
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Eternal Gaze
Obsidian and Sterling Silver Pendant Bracelet from Peru
Eternal Gaze, Obsidian and Sterling Silver Pendant Bracelet from Peru
Size: 7" Inner Circ. x 0.1" W
Tiberio Gonzales
Centered by a smooth cabochon of black obsidian, this bracelet is the creation of Tiberio Gonzales. The bangle encircles the wrist with sleek sterling silver in a design of eternal elegance.$139.99Artist: Tiberio Gonzales
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Geometric Obsidian
Obsidian and Silver Link Bracelet from Mexico
Geometric Obsidian, Obsidian and Silver Link Bracelet from Mexico
Length: 6.25"
Alon Diller
Taxco's silverwork, one of the main economic activities of the state, brings us this stunning link bracelet made of 950 silver and natural obsidian. Artisan Alon Diller crafts this gorgeous piece with... read more$239.99Artist: Alon Diller
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Eternal Gaze
Mahogany Obsidian and Sterling Silver Bangle Bracelet
Eternal Gaze, Mahogany Obsidian and Sterling Silver Bangle Bracelet
Size: 7" Inner Circ. x 0.1" W
Tiberio Gonzales
Centered by a smooth cabochon of natural mahogany obsidian, this bracelet is the creation of Tiberio Gonzales. The bangle encircles the wrist with sleek sterling silver in a design of eternal... read more$139.99Artist: Tiberio Gonzales
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Magnificent
Mahogany obsidian pendant bracelet
Magnificent, Mahogany obsidian pendant bracelet
Length: 7"
Carlos Gonzalez
The magnificent tonalities of mahogany obsidian find a showcase in this design by Carlos González. Finely fashioned of silver, this beautiful bracelet is crafted by hand with textured sterling and... read more$189.99Artist: Carlos Gonzalez
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Frosty Morn
Hand Crafted Beaded Obsidian Bracelet
Frosty Morn, Hand Crafted Beaded Obsidian Bracelet
Length: 7.75"
Rituu Agarwal
Night's shadows reveal the imminence of a frosty dawn, beautifully evoked with gemstones. Stringing clusters of snowflake obsidian, Rituu fashions an opulent bracelet
.925 Sterling silver$19.99$16.99Artist: Rituu Agarwal
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Dark Element
Taxco Sterling and Obsidian Bracelet
Dark Element, Taxco Sterling and Obsidian Bracelet
Size: 5.25" L (end to end) x 0.3" W
Oscar Figueroa Escorcia
Working with brilliant Taxco sterling silver, Oscar Figueroa Escorcia in Mexico creates this marvelous cuff bracelet. The sleek cuff features a bezel-set cabochon of jet-black obsidian.$94.99Artist: Oscar Figueroa Escorcia
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Your answers straight from the village experts


Artisans the world over utilize the natural materials at their disposal to create beautiful, sustainable jewelry. Wood, bamboo and dried gourds. Coconut shells, rattan and terra-cotta. Even natural grasses lend themselves to a jeweler's creativity while art glass beads and pendants can be made from discarded bottles. Some artisans reclaim precious silver from photographic negatives. Colorful magazine pages can become tightly-rolled beads protected by a coat of varnish. Always creative, artists craft their bracelets out of innovative, eco-conscious materials.


Handmade women's bracelets each have their own unique characteristics. Color, texture, size and design all vary. Often, the technique alone will tell you, for example, hand-knotted, braided or woven bracelets. Leather bracelets with cutout motifs or embossing are usually crafted by hand.Thai jewelry by Karen silversmiths shows hand-stamped geometric or floral motifs and beads are usually made of fine silver, which is more malleable than sterling. Similarly, filigree jewelry is a meticulous handcrafted process. Most bracelets with natural, sustainable or recycled materials are handmade. Even some of the most sophisticated and modern gold and silver may be signed by the artist who made it.The most common indicator that a bracelet is handmade is the detailed and intricate design. Novica artisans demonstrate their techniques in the many videos on www.novica.com youll find the links on their product descriptions and also on the artisan bio page.


Traditional bracelet-making techniques have been passed down over generations around the world. Women's bracelets in gold and silver are usually crafted with the lost wax technique. The image is sculpted in wax and enveloped in a mold materia. As molten gold or silver is poured into the mold, the wax image melts and the metal takes its place. However coiling fine strands of metal results in Andean filigree jewelry. Balinese artistry applies polished spirals and tendrils as well as tiny globes known as jawan to sleek silver jewelry. And a few contemporary artisans even weave or crochet the slender silver strands.Jade was highly prized by the Maya and still has an important place in modern Guatemalan jewelry. Amber from the rich mines in southern Mexico adorns the women's bracelets, necklaces, and earrings of the area. Macrame and beading are popular everywhere for boho style. And West Africas handmade beadwork is renowned the world over.


women's bracelets carried immense cultural significance in ancient times and they still do. In Perus pre-Hispanic societies, gold represented the sun, and jewelry indicated social status and identity, as it also did among the Maya of Mexico and Central America. In India, bangles or kangans showed a woman was married and are a part of the 16 adornments customarily worn by a Hindu bride. Traditional West African beads are a sign of cultural identity. Each one has a meaning and tells a story.Today, women's bracelets are still culturally significant. In India, jewelry often depicts religious symbols and meditative mantras. Balinese bracelets may also depict dragons, thought to be the protectors of the gods, or the Hindu Barong deity, also a protection symbol. Motifs stamped into Karen hill tribe silver encourage living in harmony with nature. The hand-knotted bracelets of Guatemala symbolize friendship but evolved from a silent protest for loved ones missing during the country's armed conflict. Today, friends each tie a bracelet on the others arm and make a wish. The bracelet is worn until it wears out and falls off so the wish will come true.


Silver, gold, brass and copper have been popular for thousands of years and are often set with colorful gemstones. Artisans in different regions of the world take advantage of unique local resources, such as Brazilian golden grass, leather and coconut shell from Thailand, and carved bone jewelry from Bali. Intricate openwork carving, known as jali, can be seen in bangles from India. West Africa has a long tradition of beadwork, with beautiful beads made from recycled glass and even plastic becoming popular in recent years.
Featured Reviews on Obsidian Bracelets
Sterling silver and obsidian unity bracelet, 'Silver Handshake'





By Martha
Such a beautiful creation of unity!
A truly lovely bracelet, arrived without delay though backordered and inside a pretty bag in which to keep it. The design is simple and also wonderfully executed--the hands securely clasp each other and also the obsidian orb, and the bracelet is easy wear. So glad that I purchased this elegant piece of jewelry!
Snowflake obsidian beaded bracelet, 'Frosty Morn'





By Cjorgensen
My second one!
I got the Aventurine bracelet first, very beautiful, now this one, very pretty as well and I?m very excited to get the new ones! Thank you Rituu, I?m sure my daughter will love them. (Christmas gifts )
Jasper and ceramic beaded stretch bracelets, 'Stalwart' (set of 3)





By Anne DeJong
casual bracelets
These bracelets will go with anything you wear. They are made very well and each one is unique!! I just love mine!!
Featured Artist



Oscar Figueroa Escorcia Sterling silver jewelry
"My collections are based in the origin and traditions of our culture - some are entirely classic, while others also incorporate highly stylized elements."
“I now have more than 30 years as a jewelry designer; silverwork is iconic where I live in Taxco, Guerrero. I am very... read more