Solid Brass Hammered Cuff Bracelet - Handcrafted Minimalist Style

This is an elegant, vintage solid brass cuff bangle featuring a timeless minimalist design. This style of brass jewelry became particularly popular during the Mid-Century Modern era and the 1970s "Bohemian" revival, valued for its warm, gold-like tone and durability.

Provenance and Style Unmarked brass cuffs of this nature were frequently handcrafted by artisans in the mid-to-late 20th century. In a South African context, brass jewelry has a long history of being produced by local metalworkers, often sold in artisanal markets or boutique galleries. The simple, open-cuff design allows for slight adjustability and reflects the "brutalist" or "organic" jewelry movements where the natural beauty of the metal is the focus.

Item Dimensions

• Outer Diameter: 7cm
• Width: 5cm
• Note: The open-cuff design allows for easy wear and can be slightly adjusted to fit most wrist sizes.

Product Details

• Material: Solid Brass.
• Style: Cuff / Open Bangle.
• Era: Circa 1970s - 1980s.
• Finish: Polished brass with a smooth interior for comfortable wear.

Condition Report

• Overall Condition: Excellent vintage condition.
• Surface: The brass retains a beautiful luster. As with all vintage brass, it may show a very slight natural patina, which can be polished to a high shine or left as is for a more aged look.
• Structural: The metal is sturdy and maintains its shape well.