This beautiful and unique bangle is made from solid copper and entirely by hand.
Using a length of 2mm thick raw copper, the bangle has been shaped around a slightly oval mandrel and then hammered to work harden and to add some texture to its surface. A prong setting, made from scratch using thin sterling silver, was then soldered onto the bangle and a beautiful tumbled moss agate has been carefully positioned within them. The bangle was then polished to a satin sheen and left to naturally darken.
The bangle is adjustable, however care should be taken when putting on and removing it, as rebending and adjusting the bands repeatedly can lead to weaken or damaging the metal. It’s recommended that you get it to a size and shape in the first instance where you can easily slip it on and off without having to adjust it each time.
Earthen Witch - Moss Agate and Copper Bangle
Agate is the banded form of the mineral chalcedony. As it is so extensively mined it is an affordable gemstone. There are many varieties with different colour and banding from blue lace agate to crazy lace agate. It is mined worldwide in Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay, Mexico, India, Australia and the USA.
Agate has many benefits including enhancing creativity, intellect and gives the wearer courage and self-confidence. It aids detoxification and can help with stomach problems and tooth and gum issues.
This beautiful ‘moss agate’ derives this name because of natural earthy look of ‘mossy’ markings that appear to have been suspended within the stone.