Metallic disks resemble a row of full moons! This woven bracelet is a mix of old and new, with shining beads woven onto waxed cord and topped with jingling bells. Handmade in Nepal, the bracelet is available in two different colors. Bracelet is 8 inches long total and has two settings for a slightly adjustable length. Made with a loop closure.
- Lunar bells disk bracelet
- Made of waxed cord and geometric beads
- Also features jingling bells
- Available in two different colors
- Band is about 0.2 inches wide
- Bracelet is 8 inches long total
- Loop closure, adjustable fit
- Made in Nepal
design: A slim woven bracelet where flat, coin-like metal disks sit edge to edge along a waxed cord, catching the light like a row of small moons; a knotted loop closure is finished with a single jingling bell.
size: 8 inches long total, with two loop settings for a slightly adjustable fit; band is about 0.2 inches wide.
material: Waxed cord and metal disk beads
features: Disk-bead design, jingling bell accent, adjustable loop closure, available in two cord colors
care: Wipe clean with a soft dry cloth and keep away from water and perfume to protect the cord and metal finish.
disclaimer: Because each bracelet is hand-strung, slight variations in bead spacing and cord tension are normal and part of its handmade character.
The Story
This bracelet belongs to a broad and practical tradition of cord jewelry found throughout Nepal, where beads and small metal components are strung or woven onto waxed cotton or nylon cord to make pieces that are lightweight, durable, and easy to adjust by hand rather than with a clasp. The knotted loop-and-bead closure used here is a common, functional solution in this kind of work: it lets the wearer set their own fit without hardware.
The row of flat, disk-shaped beads gives the bracelet its name and its rhythm, each small circle repeating like the last in a simple, graphic line. Rather than a specific ceremonial or symbolic reference, the moon-like read comes from the shape itself, the visual pleasure of a repeating disk pattern is common in beaded and corded accessories across South Asia, where artisans favor forms that are easy to produce consistently by hand while still catching the eye.
The small bell at the closure is a familiar addition in Nepali beadwork and jewelry more broadly, adding a light sound and a bit of movement to an otherwise quiet, matte piece.
A bracelet like this is built bead by bead: the maker threads and knots waxed cord around each metal disk in sequence, pulling every knot snug so the beads sit flush and the row stays even along the band's short length. The waxed finish on the cord keeps it from fraying as it's worked and handled, and the closure loop and bell are hand-tied at the end, checked for size before the piece is finished.
Craft & Materials
- Made In: Nepal
- Craft Tradition: Hand-woven waxed cord beadwork
- Ideal For: Anyone who likes a slim, textured everyday bracelet with a bit of sound and movement
- Wear It With: Layer it with other slim cord or beaded bracelets for a stacked, textured wrist
- Purpose: Everyday wear, stacking, gifting
- Metal: Metal disk beads
Questions & Answers
What is the Woven Lunar Disk Bracelet made of?
It's made of waxed cord woven with flat, coin-shaped metal disk beads, finished with a small metal bell at the closure.
How does the bracelet adjust to fit my wrist?
It closes with a knotted loop that has two settings, giving you a slightly adjustable length around the 8-inch total.
Is this bracelet handmade?
Yes, it's handmade in Nepal, with each bead individually knotted onto the cord, so slight variations between pieces are normal.
Can I wear it in water or while showering?
It's best to remove it before swimming, bathing, or applying lotion and perfume, since moisture and product residue can wear down the waxed cord and metal finish over time.
Does the bell make noise?
Yes, the small bell at the closure jingles softly with movement, adding a bit of sound to the bracelet's texture.
