This bold necklace combines a triple-strand of textured beads with engraved tribal accents, making it a striking, earthy accessory.
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Design: Triple-strand with chunky, irregular beads in a metal finish, enhanced by engraved triangular cones for a tribal touch.
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Material: Aluminum with a dark grey metallic finish, giving it a deep, edgy tone.
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Size & Dimensions: About 21.5" in length, designed to drape gracefully for a statement look.
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Finish: Aged metal with handcrafted texture differences.
- Country of Origin: Handmade in India.
design: A bold triple-strand necklace of chunky, irregularly shaped hammered metal beads, anchored at each shoulder by a large triangular cone with hand-engraved geometric etching.
size: About 21.5" in length.
material: Aluminum with a dark grey, aged metallic finish.
features: Triple-strand construction, hand-engraved triangular cone accents, hammered pebble-shaped beads, aged patina finish, hook clasp
care: Wipe clean with a soft, dry cloth and store away from moisture and perfume to protect the aged finish.
disclaimer: As each necklace is handmade, slight variations in bead shape, texture, and finish are natural and part of its character.
The Story
The engraved triangular cones at the shoulders of this necklace draw on a long-standing decorative vocabulary found in handcrafted Indian metal jewelry, where hand-etched diamond and chevron patterns are cut into metal with fine chisels and punches rather than cast or stamped. That etching work takes a steady hand and a practiced eye, since each line is placed freehand.
The deep grey, aged finish is achieved by deliberately oxidizing and antiquing the aluminum, a technique used to give a lighter, more affordable metal the weight and depth usually associated with older, well-worn silver pieces.
Stringing beads across multiple strands to build scale and drama is a familiar approach in South Asian statement jewelry, where volume and texture, rather than precious materials alone, are what make a piece feel special enough for a festive or dressed-up occasion.
Each irregular bead is individually shaped and hammered by hand, so no two are perfectly alike, then strung in three staggered strands to build the necklace's characteristic drape. The triangular cone pendants are cut, formed, and etched separately using hand tools before being fitted to the strands, a step that requires patience since the engraving is done freehand rather than machine-pressed. The finishing oxidization is applied by hand as well, giving the aluminum its aged, deep grey tone.
Craft & Materials
- Made In: India
- Craft Tradition: Hand-engraved, aged aluminum metalwork
- Ideal For: Someone who loves bold, textural statement jewelry with an aged, handcrafted look
- Wear It With: Let it anchor a simple solid-color top or dress so the texture and scale of the beads take center stage
- Purpose: Statement necklace, layering piece, gifting
- Metal: Aluminum
Questions & Answers
Is this necklace heavy to wear?
It has noticeable presence due to its triple-strand design and chunky beads, but aluminum is a lightweight metal, so it wears more comfortably than its bold look suggests.
Why do the beads look slightly different from one another?
Because each bead is hand-shaped and hand-finished, minor differences in size, texture, and tone are normal and are part of what makes a handmade piece unique.
How do I clean and store it?
Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth after wear and store it flat or hanging away from moisture, perfume, and direct sunlight to preserve the aged finish.
What type of clasp does it have?
It closes with a simple hook clasp integrated into the beaded strand at the back of the neck.
Can this be dressed up or down?
Yes, its aged metal finish and bold silhouette work equally well over a simple tee for daytime or a solid-color dress for an evening look.
