Three slender brass bands bound together at the front, each finished in a different plating — Silver-tone, Gold-tone, and warm copper. Handcrafted in India, the open collar shape reads sculptural and modern while showcasing the metalsmith's wirework at the terminal loops.
- Material: Brass with silver, gold, and copper plating
- Size: Circumfrence 20.5" with an adjustable fit
- Details: Three-strand torque-style collar with looped terminals; adjustable open-collar fit
- Origin / Craft: Hand-formed and plated by metalworkers in India
The three rounded rods sit parallel along the neckline, catching light at slightly different tones — a quiet contrast of cool, warm, and pink metals. The hand-coiled loops where the strands meet show the artisan's hand, giving the piece a finished but distinctly made-by-hand character.
Care: Wipe with a dry soft cloth and store away from moisture to protect the plated finish.
design: An open torque-style collar formed from three slender rounded rods that run parallel around the neckline, each finished in a different tone — silver, gold, and copper — so the strands catch light differently as they curve. The front terminals are left open and finished with hand-coiled wire loops rather than a clasp.
size: Circumference 20.5" with an adjustable open-collar fit.
material: Brass with silver-tone, gold-tone, and copper plating.
features: Tri-tone plated finish, three-strand torque construction, hand-coiled loop terminals, open adjustable collar fit, no clasp needed
care: Wipe with a dry soft cloth after wear and store away from moisture to protect the plated finish.
disclaimer: As a hand-formed and hand-plated piece, slight variations in curve, tone, and loop shape from strand to strand are normal and part of its handmade character.
The Story
This piece takes the form of a torque — an open-ended, rigid collar that sits at the base of the neck rather than draping like a chain. Torque-style necklaces have been made in metalworking traditions across the world for centuries, valued for the way a single continuous band of metal can be shaped to follow the neckline while still springing open for an easy, clasp-free fit.
What distinguishes this version is the tri-tone treatment: three brass rods, each plated differently in silver, gold, and copper, run side by side rather than being combined into one alloy or finish. Pairing metals of different color this way is a common device in Indian metalsmithing, letting a single form read as more layered and dimensional without adding stones or texture.
The open loops at the terminals are left visible rather than hidden inside a fastener, so the join itself becomes part of the design. Showing rather than concealing the construction is a hallmark of hand-formed metal jewelry, where the maker's technique is treated as a feature, not a flaw.
A collar like this starts as straight lengths of brass rod, which a metalworker anneals and hand-bends around a form to bring them into the collar's curve, adjusting each of the three strands individually so they nest evenly against one another. The ends are hand-coiled into small wire loops using pliers and a mandrel, then each strand is plated in its designated finish — silver, gold, or copper — before a final polish. Because each rod is shaped and finished by hand rather than cast in one piece, no two collars curve or catch light in exactly the same way.
Craft & Materials
- Made In: India
- Craft Tradition: Hand-formed brass metalwork with tri-tone plating
- Ideal For: Someone who wants a bold, sculptural statement necklace that works with simple, solid-color outfits
- Wear It With: Wear at the collarbone with a crew or V-neck top, letting the open front sit above the fabric line
- Purpose: Everyday statement wear, evening or dressed-up occasions, layering as a solo focal piece
- Metal: Brass with silver-tone, gold-tone, and copper plating
Questions & Answers
Does this necklace have a clasp?
No. It's an open collar design — the rigid band flexes open slightly so you can slip it over your head and adjust it at the front.
Will the plating wear off over time?
With normal wear and the recommended dry-cloth care, the plating should hold up well, but like any plated finish it's best kept away from moisture, perfume, and lotion to extend its life.
Is this necklace heavy to wear?
It's made from three slender brass rods rather than a solid block of metal, so it sits with a light, springy feel despite its bold, sculptural look.
Can the size be adjusted?
Yes. The open-collar shape has some give, so you can gently adjust the fit around a 20.5" circumference to sit comfortably at your neckline.
Where is this necklace made?
It's hand-formed and plated by metalworkers in India.
