Twisted square edge bangle - copper
SKU: mtb 273
Hand crafted from copper. This clean, contemporary copper bangle is designed by Makers & Providers in Australia and ethically made by skilled artisans in Mexico.
Approximate diameter (internal fit): 66mm
Approximate thickness: 4mm
Approximate weight: 30g
Copper is the oldest metal in human history. Middle Eastern artisans were shaping it into tools, utensils and jewellery as far back as the 5th and 6th millennia BC, and it's nice to wear something with that much history, especially when it's been shaped by hand. The wavy copper torque has a sculptural, organic feel you don't get from cast or machine-made pieces, because each curve comes from the artisan's hand rather than a mould.
Copper is also traditionally associated with health benefits, including relief from arthritis pain and improved circulation, so it can be a thoughtful gift for someone who cares about wellness as well as looks. Over time copper develops a warm patina that many people love. If you'd rather keep it bright, clean it at home with table salt and white vinegar, either rubbed on with a soft cloth or as a brief boil in water. For more on the history and properties of copper jewellery, the Smithsonian's guide to copper is a great read.
For more copper pieces, see our copper cuffs collection or our silver jewellery collection for more handcrafted jewellery.