I love my "puzzle" Rajasthani bracelet, given to me by my husband Terry. He has such great taste in jewelry. And after living in India for a long time and having dealt with jewelry he knew right away when he saw a really special piece. It's such a unique design, showcasing amazing craftsmanship.
The bracelet is composed of numerous zig-zag silver pieces that fall together perfectly and are held together by a piece of strong woven thread on the top and bottom of the bracelet, best seen here...
The bracelet is just so pliable and flexible and feels wonderful on my wrist...
I've never seen one like it, but, while researching Rajasthani bracelets I stumbled onto a bracelet which is the closest I could find to what I have. The workmanship looks very similar to me...
Beautiful! This bracelet is still available at Cose Cosi. Quite pricey though!
xoxoxo
{Photos by Tina Tarnoff, all except bottom two, from here}
Hi Tina, I think this is even more
similar to your bracelet: http://www.cosecosigioielli.com/product.php?id_product=66
Also thank you for letting me know this ethnic jewelry shop!
Cheers, Nancy
Posted by: Nancy Beard | February 09, 2012 at 04:38 PM
Just came across your bracelet when I was seeing if I could find another one like mine. I got mine around 12 years ago from a sidewalk vendor in Oakland California. When I first saw it I immediately fell in love with it. But being a bit of a spendthrift I stopped myself. I was on my way to see the movie Frida with a friend when I saw the bracelet and I told myself that if it was there when the movie was over I would get it. Luckily it was. Interesting part is that the vendor told me that the bracelet was made in Rajasthan but I barely believed her and really didn't care. I loved it and wanted it. As it happens a good while later I watched an Indian movie and saw the main actor wearing the very same one. I watched the credits to the end and there it was.... filmed in Rajasthan India. Well I'll be damn :)
Well I know you have enjoyed your as much as I have mine. I would love to get another to have a matching set someday but I haven't bumped into one for sale yet.
Posted by: Krishnabrodhi | October 31, 2012 at 05:35 PM
I have one of each - exactly like yours (but mine has Rajasthan woven tassels added to close it) and also the larger one you posted that was similar. I bought mine in Rajasthan about 10 years ago and get loads of compliments when I wear them.
Posted by: ky girl | March 18, 2013 at 07:36 AM