Hand-forged from a single sheet of brass, this wide cuff carries a softly hammered face and a granulation-style beaded rim running along both edges. Indian metalsmiths shape and finish each piece by hand, so no two are identical.
- Material: Brass with a warm gold-tone finish
- Size: 6.5" Circumference x 1.4" wide. Adjustable fit.
- Details: Hand-hammered surface with raised beaded edging along the top and bottom rims
- Origin / Craft: Hand-formed in India using traditional metalsmithing techniques
The wide band sits flat against the wrist while the beaded rim adds dimension and a hand-built character no machine can replicate. Hammer marks catch light unevenly across the face, giving the brass a quiet, lived-in glow rather than a polished shine. Gently squeeze or open the cuff to refine the fit.
Care: Wipe with a soft, dry cloth and keep away from water and perfume to preserve the brass finish.
design: A wide brass cuff hand-forged from a single sheet of metal, its face covered in irregular hammer facets and its top and bottom rims finished with a raised, granulation-style beaded edge.
size: 6.5" circumference x 1.4" wide. Adjustable fit.
material: Brass with a warm gold-tone finish
features: Hand-hammered surface, beaded edging along both rims, open adjustable cuff, single-sheet construction
care: Wipe with a soft, dry cloth and keep the piece away from water and perfume to preserve the brass finish.
disclaimer: Because each cuff is hand-hammered and finished individually, hammer marks, edge beading, and the exact curve of the cuff will vary slightly piece to piece.
The Story
This cuff belongs to a long-standing Indian metalsmithing practice in which flat sheet brass is worked entirely by hand into wearable form. The hammer-faceted surface is the direct signature of that process: rather than being pressed or cast smooth, the metal is struck repeatedly with small hand tools, each blow leaving a distinct dimple that catches light differently as the wrist moves.
The beaded rim along both edges reflects a granulation-style finishing technique, where small raised beads are formed or applied along a border to define and strengthen it. This kind of edge detail is common in Indian handcrafted metal jewelry as both a structural finish, containing the sheet's raw edge, and a decorative one, framing the hammered field with a rhythmic line of texture.
Taken together, the wide hammered face and beaded border represent a finishing vocabulary metalsmiths use to turn a plain sheet of brass into a piece with clear handmade character, where the maker's tool marks remain visible rather than being polished away.
A metalsmith starts with a single flat sheet of brass, cutting it to the cuff's width and length before shaping it by hand into a curved band. The face is then worked over with a hammer, strike by strike, to raise the faceted texture that gives the surface its uneven, light-catching finish. Along the top and bottom edges, small beads of metal are formed and set in a continuous line to build the raised rim, a slower, more deliberate step that finishes and reinforces the cuff's border. Because every strike and every bead is placed by hand, no two cuffs come out quite the same.
Craft & Materials
- Made In: India
- Craft Tradition: Hand-forged, hand-hammered brass metalsmithing
- Ideal For: Someone who wants a bold, statement-making cuff with visible handcraft
- Wear It With: Wear alone on the wrist as a statement piece, or stack with slimmer bangles for added texture
- Purpose: Everyday wear, statement jewelry, gifting
- Metal: Brass
Questions & Answers
Is this cuff adjustable?
Yes. Gently squeeze the opening to narrow it or ease it open to widen it, and it will hold the new shape.
Will the brass tarnish over time?
Brass can develop a natural patina with wear and exposure to moisture. Wiping it dry after wear and storing it away from water and perfume will help keep the gold-tone finish looking its best.
Why does the hammering look uneven?
Each facet is struck by hand, so the pattern is intentionally irregular rather than a uniform machine texture. That variation is part of the handmade character of the piece.
Is it comfortable to wear all day?
The cuff is open-backed and adjustable, so it can be fitted to sit comfortably against the wrist rather than clamped tight.
Will my cuff look exactly like the photo?
It will be very close, but since each piece is hand-hammered and hand-beaded individually, small differences in texture and edge detail are normal and expected.
