Three cascading strands of hand-formed brass rings layer into a sculptural collar with quiet movement. Each loop is shaped and joined by Indian metalsmiths, giving the chain an organic, slightly irregular character that catches light along every edge.
- Material: Brass
- Size: About 21" long on the shortest strand
- Details: Three-strand construction with interlocking brass links and a bar-and-loop closure
- Origin / Craft: Hand-linked in India using traditional brass-forming techniques
The rings are open-formed rather than uniformly stamped, so no two links sit exactly alike. The bar-and-loop closure keeps the silhouette clean at the back, while the graduated strands create a layered drape at the front. A warm Gold-tone finish softens the overall look.
Care: Polish gently with a dry soft cloth and store away from moisture to preserve the brass finish.
design: Three graduated strands of hand-formed brass rings link into a sculptural collar necklace, closing at the back with a simple bar-and-loop toggle.
size: About 21" long on the shortest strand, with the two lower strands graduating longer to layer at the front.
material: Brass, finished in a warm gold tone.
features: Three-strand graduated construction, hand-linked open-formed rings, bar-and-loop toggle closure, layered drape at the front
care: Polish gently with a dry, soft cloth and store away from moisture to preserve the brass finish.
disclaimer: Because each ring is hand-formed and open-linked rather than machine-stamped, no two links sit exactly alike, and slight variations in shape and spacing are part of the piece.
The Story
This necklace is built from a technique rooted in Indian brass-working traditions, where metalsmiths shape wire into rings by hand rather than punching them from sheet metal by machine. Working ring by ring, a smith opens each loop, threads it through its neighbors, and closes it again — a slower method that produces the organic, faceted surface visible in the finished chain, since every ring reflects light at a slightly different angle.
Layered, graduated chainwork like this has long been used across Indian jewelry-making to build volume and drama from a single humble material. Brass, valued for its warmth, workability, and affordability relative to precious metals, has historically let smiths create pieces with real visual weight — collars, torques, and multi-strand chains — without the cost of gold or silver, making bold ornamentation accessible rather than reserved for the wealthy.
The bar-and-loop closure at the back is a practical, traditional fastening still used today because it holds heavier, multi-strand pieces securely while staying easy to open and close by feel.
Each ring in this necklace starts as a length of brass wire, cut and bent into a loop by hand, then threaded through the ring before it and closed with pliers — a process repeated hundreds of times to build up three full strands. Because the rings are shaped and closed individually rather than stamped in a die, the metalsmith controls how tightly each link sits against the next, giving the chain its slightly irregular, hand-forged character. The finished strands are then graduated by length and joined at a single bar-and-loop clasp, work done by hand from start to finish by metalsmiths in India.
Craft & Materials
- Made In: India
- Craft Tradition: Hand-linked brass chainwork
- Ideal For: Someone who wants a statement necklace that layers texture and movement without a single loud focal point
- Wear It With: Wear over a simple crewneck or button-down to let the layered brass rings be the focus
- Purpose: Everyday statement wear, layering piece, dressing up a plain neckline
- Metal: Brass
Questions & Answers
What metal is this necklace made from?
It's made from brass with a warm gold-tone finish, not gold or gold-plated silver.
How long is the necklace?
The shortest of the three strands measures about 21 inches, with the other two strands graduating longer to create the layered look.
Why do the links look slightly uneven?
Each ring is hand-formed and open-linked rather than machine-stamped, so slight variation from link to link is part of the handmade construction, not a flaw.
How does the necklace close?
It fastens with a bar-and-loop toggle closure at the back, which keeps the design secure while staying easy to put on and take off.
How do I care for the brass finish?
Polish it gently with a dry, soft cloth and store it away from moisture to help preserve the gold-tone finish over time.
