Moukaite, Mate!

Moukaite is a gemstone in the jasper family, and is found in Australia. Put this baby on when you go to Outback Steakhouse for dinner!

Each moukaite gem on this bracelet is a hand-cut tulip-like flower. (No, I don't do the stone cutting.) Notice the awesome color variations in these stones, ranging from creamy white and tan and also the plum colors. The stones are grouped in pairs, with a purple rainbow fluorite faceted gemstone between. The set of stones is linked to the base with solid copper, hand-turned wrapped loops.

The base is plum-like lined glass beads, with a hint of copper color. The accent beads are coppe- plated, and I finished it with a hand sculpted and hand-forged solid copper hook and eye closure.

Many people love copper jewelry because of its wamth and swear that it helps alleviates arthritic symptoms. I am not making any medical claims, however. Dr. Donna says just buy the bracelet for its beauty, and if your arthritis feels better, then, fine!

Upon age, copper will achieve a patina which will only add to the character of the piece. (You can always gently polish it with copper polish if you don't enjoy the eventual patina look.)

So far, Dave says this is his favorite of the bracelets I've made, due to the fact that the stones are so unusual!

Please contact me about pricing. Matching earrings can be made by request.