A cascading row of hand-forged brass discs finished with a blue patina, strung on a linked-ring chain with a bar-and-loop closure. Made by metalsmiths in northern India whose disc-forming and patina techniques have been carried through generations.
- Material: Brass, lead and nickel free, with a hand-applied blue patina
- Size: Adjustable length of 31"
- Details: Graduated discs from about 0.75" to 1.75" in diameter; linked-ring chain; bar-and-loop closure; adjustable length; each piece is unique with patina varying in shades of blue, and light metal scuffing may be present
- Origin / Craft: Handmade in northern India by traditional brass smiths
Wear it over a Cream linen tunic or a deep indigo kurta to let the Antique Brass discs take center stage. Pairs well with stacked brass bangles for a layered, artisan look, or worn solo as a daytime statement piece. Makes a considered gift for anyone drawn to handcrafted Indian metalwork.
Care: Keep dry and store in a soft pouch to preserve the patina.
design: A graduated row of hand-forged brass discs, ranging from about 0.75" to 1.75" across, finished with a mottled blue patina and strung on a delicate linked-ring chain that closes with a bar-and-loop toggle.
size: Adjustable length of 31".
material: Brass, lead- and nickel-free, with a hand-applied blue patina.
features: Graduated disc sizes from 0.75" to 1.75", hand-applied blue patina finish, linked-ring chain, bar-and-loop toggle closure, adjustable length
care: Keep dry and store in a soft pouch to help preserve the patina.
disclaimer: Each necklace is unique, with patina shading that varies from piece to piece and occasional light metal scuffing.
The Story
The disc is one of the oldest and most versatile forms in brass metalwork, valued because a flat circle of metal can be hammered, textured, and patinated to catch light in a way that wire or cast forms cannot. Here, the discs are graduated in size and layered to overlap like scales or coins, a construction choice that lets the necklace sit close to the collarbone while still reading as a bold, sculptural statement.
The blue patina is applied by hand rather than printed or dyed on, using controlled oxidation to draw color out of the brass itself. Because the reaction depends on how the chemistry sits on each disc, no two patinas develop in exactly the same pattern of blue and gold-brass showing through — the variation is a record of the process, not a flaw in it.
Brass has long been a working metal in northern Indian metalsmithing, prized for being affordable and durable compared to silver while still taking a high polish and a range of finishes. Pieces like this one carry that everyday, workaday relationship to brass forward into a contemporary statement form.
Metalsmiths in northern India cut and hand-forge each brass disc, hammering it to shape and flattening its surface before the patina is applied by hand, disc by disc, until the blue oxidation takes hold unevenly across the metal. The finished discs are then linked in graduated order onto handmade jump rings, and the chain — its own small rings forged and joined one at a time — is fitted with a bar-and-loop closure so the length can be adjusted at the wearer's neck.
Craft & Materials
- Made In: Northern India
- Craft Tradition: Hand-forged brass with hand-applied patina
- Ideal For: Someone who wants a bold, artisan-made statement necklace with a handcrafted, one-of-a-kind finish
- Wear It With: Wear it over a cream linen tunic or deep indigo kurta, layered with stacked brass bangles for an artisan look, or solo as a daytime statement piece
- Purpose: Statement necklace, gift, everyday wear, dressing up a simple top
- Metal: Brass
Questions & Answers
Is this necklace hypoallergenic?
Yes, it's made from lead- and nickel-free brass.
Will the blue patina rub off or fade?
The patina is hand-applied and worked into the metal, but like any oxidized finish it's best preserved by keeping the necklace dry and storing it in a soft pouch when not worn.
How long is the necklace and is it adjustable?
It has an adjustable length of 31", with a bar-and-loop closure that lets you set it shorter or longer.
Will my necklace look exactly like the photo?
Each piece is handmade, so patina shading varies from disc to disc and piece to piece, and light metal scuffing may be present — no two necklaces are identical.
Who makes this necklace?
It's handmade by traditional brass smiths in northern India, using disc-forming and patina techniques passed down through generations.
