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Byzantine Chainmaille Bracelet in silver -- 3 widths and 2 finishes available
Select desired width/weight:
Specify bracelet length:

Bracelet will be 7 inches if not specified.

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The Byzantine Chainmaille Pattern through history has also been known as Birdcage, Fool's Dilemma, or Idiot's Box. You'll know it as beautifully fabulous--in three different sizes and two finishes!

 

To make chainmaille, a bunch of little jump rings are needed. I started with sterling silver and wound it around rods into a spring. Using a saw, I cut the springs down the side and bazillions of jump rings were born. With a pair of pliers in each hand, I opened, weaved, and closed every jump ring one-by-one into the Byzantine chainmaille pattern. By using different-sized wires and various-sized rings, the same pattern can have a different look. That’s why the Byzantine chainmaille bracelets are offered up in three different widths/weights: sleek: 3/16 inch (5mm) strong: 1/4 inch (6mm) substantial: 5/16 inch (8mm) If you like things on the dark side, select the blackened finish. Your Byzantine chainmaille bracelet will be oxidized to give it a dark, steely-blue/black look. It’s also an excellent option if you’re not into shining your silver. Unless the blackened option is selected, your bracelet will come in a shiny silver finish. About Chainmaille: Chainmaille (also chainmail or chain mail) is the ancient art of linking small metal rings in a pattern.

Click here for more Byzantine Chainmaille.
material(s) : sterling silver
clasp : spring ring or lobster
width* : sleek: 3/16 inch (5mm)
strong: 1/4 inch (6mm)
substantial: 5/16 inch (8mm)
item # : br-g500

*Measurements are approximate.

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