What makes a women’s bracelet eco-friendly?

Artisans the world over utilize the natural materials at their disposal to create beautiful, sustainable jewelry. Wood, bamboo and dried gourds. Coconut shells, rattan and terra-cotta. Even natural grasses lend themselves to a jeweler's creativity while art glass beads and pendants can be made from discarded bottles. Some artisans reclaim precious silver from photographic negatives. Colorful magazine pages can become tightly-rolled beads protected by a coat of varnish. Always creative, artists craft their bracelets out of innovative, eco-conscious materials.

How do I know if my bracelet is handmade?

Handmade women's bracelets each have their own unique characteristics. Color, texture, size and design all vary. Often, the technique alone will tell you, for example, hand-knotted, braided or woven bracelets. Leather bracelets with cutout motifs or embossing are usually crafted by hand.Thai jewelry by Karen silversmiths shows hand-stamped geometric or floral motifs and beads are usually made of fine silver, which is more malleable than sterling. Similarly, filigree jewelry is a meticulous handcrafted process. Most bracelets with natural, sustainable or recycled materials are handmade. Even some of the most sophisticated and modern gold and silver may be signed by the artist who made it.The most common indicator that a bracelet is handmade is the detailed and intricate design. Novica artisans demonstrate their techniques in the many videos on www.novica.com youll find the links on their product descriptions and also on the artisan bio page.

What bracelet-making techniques have been passed down through generations?

Traditional bracelet-making techniques have been passed down over generations around the world. Women's bracelets in gold and silver are usually crafted with the lost wax technique. The image is sculpted in wax and enveloped in a mold materia. As molten gold or silver is poured into the mold, the wax image melts and the metal takes its place. However coiling fine strands of metal results in Andean filigree jewelry. Balinese artistry applies polished spirals and tendrils as well as tiny globes known as jawan to sleek silver jewelry. And a few contemporary artisans even weave or crochet the slender silver strands.Jade was highly prized by the Maya and still has an important place in modern Guatemalan jewelry. Amber from the rich mines in southern Mexico adorns the women's bracelets, necklaces, and earrings of the area. Macrame and beading are popular everywhere for boho style. And West Africas handmade beadwork is renowned the world over.

Do any women’s bracelets have particular cultural significance?

women's bracelets carried immense cultural significance in ancient times and they still do. In Perus pre-Hispanic societies, gold represented the sun, and jewelry indicated social status and identity, as it also did among the Maya of Mexico and Central America. In India, bangles or kangans showed a woman was married and are a part of the 16 adornments customarily worn by a Hindu bride. Traditional West African beads are a sign of cultural identity. Each one has a meaning and tells a story.Today, women's bracelets are still culturally significant. In India, jewelry often depicts religious symbols and meditative mantras. Balinese bracelets may also depict dragons, thought to be the protectors of the gods, or the Hindu Barong deity, also a protection symbol. Motifs stamped into Karen hill tribe silver encourage living in harmony with nature. The hand-knotted bracelets of Guatemala symbolize friendship but evolved from a silent protest for loved ones missing during the country's armed conflict. Today, friends each tie a bracelet on the others arm and make a wish. The bracelet is worn until it wears out and falls off so the wish will come true.

What are the most popular materials to make women’s bracelets?

Silver, gold, brass and copper have been popular for thousands of years and are often set with colorful gemstones. Artisans in different regions of the world take advantage of unique local resources, such as Brazilian golden grass, leather and coconut shell from Thailand, and carved bone jewelry from Bali. Intricate openwork carving, known as jali, can be seen in bangles from India. West Africa has a long tradition of beadwork, with beautiful beads made from recycled glass and even plastic becoming popular in recent years.

Gold plated bracelets at NOVICA

Gold plated smoky quartz charm bracelet, 'Golden Power' - 18k Gold Plated Beaded Charm Bracelet

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Golden Power, 18k Gold Plated Beaded Charm Bracelet

Length: 7"

Neetu Barathi

(1609)

$59 Wholesale

$59

Golden Eye, Hand Made Gold-Plated Brass Link Bracelet from Bali

Length: 7"

Ayu Widiani

(15)

$49 Wholesale

$49

Harmonious Force, 18k Gold-Plated Ten-Carat Multi-Gemstone Station Bracelet

Neetu Barathi

(1609)

$59 Wholesale

$59

Gold-plated amethyst link bracelet, 'Amethyst Grandeur' - Polished 18k Gold-Plated Amethyst Cabochon Link Bracelet

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Amethyst Grandeur, Polished 18k Gold-Plated Amethyst Cabochon Link Bracelet

Neetu Barathi

(1609)

$139 Wholesale

$139

Pure Grandeur, Vine-Themed 22k Gold-Plated Filigree Cuff Bracelet

Pasek Mahardika

$59 Wholesale

$59

Rose gold plated sterling silver bangle bracelets, 'Knotted Gold' (pair) - Pair of Rose Gold Plated Sterling Silver Bangle Bracelets

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Knotted Gold, Pair of Rose Gold Plated Sterling Silver Bangle Bracelets

Size: 8" Inner Circ. x 0.1" W

Nyoman Ariawan

(255)

$99 Wholesale

$99

Gold-plated cultured pearl and quartz charm pendant bracelet, 'Sun-Kissed Glamour' - Gold-Plated Cultured Pearl and Quartz Charm Pendant Bracelet

New Arrival

Sun-Kissed Glamour, Gold-Plated Cultured Pearl and Quartz Charm Pendant Bracelet

Somsiri Juntamin

(76)

$124 Wholesale

$124

Gold plated stacking bangle bracelets, 'Gold Ribbon' (set of 7) - Gold Plated Stacking Bangle Bracelet Set (Set of 7)

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Gold Ribbon, Gold Plated Stacking Bangle Bracelet Set (Set of 7)

Size: 7.75" Inner Circ. x 0.1" W

Carlos and Cynthia Rendon

(24)

$174 Wholesale

$174

Dancing Candies, 18k Gold Plated Multi Gemstone Charm Bracelet from India

Neetu Barathi

(1609)

$74 Wholesale

$74

Gold plated sterling silver filigree link bracelet, 'Little Worlds' - Gold Plated Sterling Silver Filigree Link Bracelet Peru

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Little Worlds, Gold Plated Sterling Silver Filigree Link Bracelet Peru

Length: 7.75"

Giuliana Valz-Gen

(183)

$219 Wholesale

$219

Dragon Wings in Gold, Hand Crafted Gold-Plated Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet

Size: 5.5" L (end to end) x 1.6" W

Nyoman Ariawan

(255)

$299 Wholesale

$299

Gold plated sterling silver bangle bracelets, 'Endless Shine' (pair) - 2 Gold Plated 925 Slim Half Hoop Bangle Bracelets from Bali

Endless Shine, 2 Gold Plated 925 Slim Half Hoop Bangle Bracelets from Bali

Size: 7.75" Inner Circ. x 0.1" W

Nyoman Ariawan

(255)

$89.95 Wholesale

$89.95

Gold-plated sterling silver filigree cuff bracelet, 'Shining Elegance' - 21k Gold-Plated Sterling Silver Filigree Cuff Bracelet

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Shining Elegance, 21k Gold-Plated Sterling Silver Filigree Cuff Bracelet

Size: 5.5" L (end to end) x 0.4" W

Giuliana Valz-Gen

(183)

$219 Wholesale

$219

Inner Dazzle, 22k Gold-Plated Multi-Gemstone Chakra Bracelet from India

Alok Jain

(1879)

$143.10 Wholesale

~~$159~~ $143.10

Gold plated multi-gemstone link bracelet, 'Wellness' - 22k Gold Plated Multi-Gemstone Chakra Link Bracelet

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Wellness, 22k Gold Plated Multi-Gemstone Chakra Link Bracelet

Length: 7.25"

Alok Jain

(1879)

$98.10 Wholesale

~~$109~~ $98.10

Sisodia, Handcrafted Gold Plated Garnet Bracelet

Length: 7.75"

Mahavir

(655)

$199 Wholesale

$199

Gold-plated garnet tennis bracelet, 'Autumn Radiance' - 22k Gold-Plated Natural Garnet Tennis Bracelet from India

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Autumn Radiance, 22k Gold-Plated Natural Garnet Tennis Bracelet from India

Alok Jain

(1879)

$179 Wholesale

$179

Regal Garland, Gold Plated 20-Carat Garnet Tennis-Style Bracelet from India

Length: 7.5"

Alok Jain

(1879)

$189 Wholesale

$189

My Essence, 18k Gold-Plated Two-Carat Checkerboard Smoky Quartz Bracelet

Neetu Barathi

(1609)

$57 Wholesale

$57

Gold accented sterling silver cuff bracelet, 'Metallic Rainbow' - Gold Accent Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet from Bali

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Metallic Rainbow, Gold Accent Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet from Bali

Size: 5.5" L (end to end) x 0.7" W

Nyoman Nartawan

(52)

$69 Wholesale

$69

Awe Inspiring, Colorful Gold-Plated Multi-Gemstone Cuff Bracelet from India

Neetu Barathi

(1609)

$179 Wholesale

$179

Celestial Light, Blue-Toned Polished Gold-Plated Multi-Gemstone Link Bracelet

Neetu Barathi

(1609)

$119.95 Wholesale

$119.95

Something Special, Gold-Plated Cubic Zirconia Rolo Chain Bracelet

Length: 7"

Made Sri

(123)

$39 Wholesale

$39

Gold-plated link bracelet, 'Canoe of Love' - Folk Art-Inspired Polished 18k Gold-Plated Link Bracelet

New Arrival

Canoe of Love, Folk Art-Inspired Polished 18k Gold-Plated Link Bracelet

Yuniati

(96)

$69 Wholesale

$69

Wild Story, Gold-Accented Blue Topaz Cuff Bracelet

Size: 6" L (end to end) x 0.6" W

Sukartini

(570)

$179 Wholesale

$179

Ocean Bound Glow, 24k Gold-Plated Larimar Sea Turtle-Themed Pendant Bracelet

Michael Krainer

(203)

$174 Wholesale

$174

Capricious Glam, Six-Carat Ruby and 18k Gold-Plated Sterling Silver Bracelet

Neetu Barathi

(1609)

$79 Wholesale

$79

Vermeil labradorite pendant bracelet, 'Mesmerizing Night' - Handmade Vermeil Labradorite Pendant Bracelet from India

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Mesmerizing Night, Handmade Vermeil Labradorite Pendant Bracelet from India

Length: 6.75"

Neetu Barathi

(1609)

$39 Wholesale

$39

Gold-plated link bracelet, 'Radiant Links' - High-Polished Modern 18k Gold-Plated Link Bracelet from Peru

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Radiant Links, High-Polished Modern 18k Gold-Plated Link Bracelet from Peru

Length: 8"

Adriana de Gadea

(228)

$107 Wholesale

$107

Chic Thong Sandal, Gold-Plated Larimar Blue Topaz Thong Sandal Pendant Bracelet

Michael Krainer

(203)

$184 Wholesale

$184

Gold Cross, Hancrafted 14k Gold Vermeil Balinese Cross Them Bracelet

Length: 6.75"

Made Sri

(123)

$69 Wholesale

$69

Java Jungle Trek, Art Glass Bracelet in 18k Gold Plated Silver

Length: 8.75"

Rilya Krisnawati

(4)

$159 Wholesale

$159

Geometric Daydream, Gold-Plated Cubic Zirconia Bracelet from Bali

Length: 7"

Made Sri

(123)

$49 Wholesale

$49

Rose of the Valley, Handcrafted Gold Plated Bracelet with Recon Turquoise

Size: 7" L (end to end) x 0.3" W

Alejandra Torres

(21)

$29 Wholesale

$29

Gold-plated multi-gemstone tennis-style bracelet, 'Sparkling Victory' - 22k Gold-Plated 20-Carat Gemstone Tennis-Style Bracelet

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Sparkling Victory, 22k Gold-Plated 20-Carat Gemstone Tennis-Style Bracelet

Alok Jain

(1879)

$134.10 Wholesale

~~$149~~ $134.10

Color Pop, Gold-Plated Rainbow Moonstone and Rose Quartz Bracelet

Size: 5.5" L (end to end) x 1.7" W

Neetu Barathi

(1609)

$279 Wholesale

$279

Elephant Dignity, 18k Gold Plated Sterling Silver Bracelet with Elephant Links

Length: 7"

Adriana de Gadea

(228)

$109 Wholesale

$109

Gold-plated multi-gemstone charm strand bracelet, 'Golden Spells' - 18k Gold-Plated Multi-Gemstone Charm Strand Bracelet

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Golden Spells, 18k Gold-Plated Multi-Gemstone Charm Strand Bracelet

Neetu Barathi

(1609)

$79 Wholesale

$79

Gorgeous Allure, Gold-Plated Rainbow Moonstone and Chalcedony Cuff Bracelet

Neetu Barathi

(1609)

$99.95 Wholesale

$99.95

Midnight Moonrise, Gold Accent Cultured Pearl and Lapis Beaded Pendant Bracelet

Size: 7.25" L (end to end) x 0.2" W

Patricia Guzman

(8)

$49 Wholesale

$49

Enchanting Gianyar, Classic Vine-Themed 22k Gold-Plated Cuff Bracelet from Bali

Pasek Mahardika

$59 Wholesale

$59

Summer Petal, Floral 18k Gold-Plated Orange Resin Cuff Bracelet from Bali

Anjali Kothari

$59 Wholesale

$59

Sublime Story, 24k Gold-Plated Crystal and Cream Pearl Bead Charm Bracelet

Alejandra Gallardo

(8)

$23 Wholesale

$23

Golden Snake, Handmade Gold-Plated Bangle Bracelet from Bali

Size: 5.75" L (end to end) x 0.4" W

Nyoman Ariawan

(255)

$139 Wholesale

$139

Golden Drop, Gold-Plated Sterling Silver and Labradorite Cuff Bracelet

Size: 6.75" Inner Circ. x 1.5" W

Neetu Barathi

(1609)

$87 Wholesale

$87

Evening Appeal, 18k Gold-Plated Cuff Bracelet with Labradorite Charm

Neetu Barathi

(1609)

$77 Wholesale

$77

Oceanic Class, Gold-Plated Pearl and Talavera Ceramic Pendant Bracelet

Monica Vazquez

(15)

$39 Wholesale

$39

Golden Wing, Gold Plated Sterling Silver Pendant Bracelet Wing Indonesia

Length: 6.75"

Made Sri

(123)

$69 Wholesale

$69

Exquisite Dawn, Minimalist 18k Gold-Plated Brass Cuff Bracelet Made in Bali

Anjali Kothari

$47 Wholesale

$47

Golden Evening, Gold-Plated Labradorite Beaded Bracelet

Length: 7"

Neetu Barathi

(1609)

$99 Wholesale

$99

Prosperous Dawn, Inspirational 18k Gold-Plated Brass Cuff Bracelet from Bali

Anjali Kothari

$47 Wholesale

$47

Pearly Morning, Polished 22k Gold-Plated Cream Cultured Pearl Link Bracelet

Bhavesh

(1335)

$74 Wholesale

$74

Gold plated sterling silver bangle bracelets, 'Knotted Gold' (pair) - Pair of 18k Gold Plated Sterling Silver Bangle Bracelets

Knotted Gold, Pair of 18k Gold Plated Sterling Silver Bangle Bracelets

Size: 8" Inner Circ. x 0.1" W

Nyoman Ariawan

(255)

$109 Wholesale

$109

Golden Glamour, 18k Gold Plated Multi Gemstone Station Bracelet

Length: 7"

Neetu Barathi

(1609)

$54 Wholesale

$54

Green Symphony, 18k Gold-Plated Multi-Gemstone Strand Bracelet from India

Neetu Barathi

(1609)

$99 Wholesale

$99

Talavera Amour, Romantic 10k Gold-Plated Ceramic Heart Pendant Bracelet

Monica Vazquez

(15)

$39 Wholesale

$39

Batuan Tune, Gold Accented Lapis Lazuli Beaded Stretch Bracelet from Bali

Size: 6.75" Inner Circ. x 0.2" W

Ketut Sulastri

(297)

$49 Wholesale

$49

Chenteño Diamond, Adjustable Gold Plated Bracelet

Length: 6.75"

Mariana Barranco

(5)

$84 Wholesale

$84

Paradise Rainbow, 18k Gold-Plated Brass and Fluorite Beaded Bracelet from Bali

Ayu Widiani

(15)

$29 Wholesale

$29

Adorable Trio, 18k Gold-Plated Cubic Zirconia Charm Cuff Bracelet from Java

Anjali Kothari

$39 Wholesale

$39

Glorious Dimension, Classic Ceramic Cube Pendant Bracelet with Golden Beads

Monica Vazquez

(15)

$39 Wholesale

$39

Sweet Jade, 18K Gold Plated Jade Quartz Link Bracelet with Hook Clasp

Length: 7.5"

Somluck Komolmith

(401)

$37 Wholesale

$37

Wrapped For You, Gold-Plated Filigree Bow-Motif Bracelet

Length: 7"

Yuniati

(96)

$89 Wholesale

$89

Sun Garland, Indian Gold-Plated Citrine Tennis Bracelet

Length: 7.75"

Alok Jain

(1879)

$209 Wholesale

$209

Beaded Infinity, 21K Gold Plated Silver Chain Bracelet with Infinity Symbols

Length: 7.5"

Giuliana Valz-Gen

(183)

$119 Wholesale

$119

Harmonious Sparkle, Gold Plated Multi-Gemstone Bangle Bracelet from India

Size: 7.75" Inner Circ. x 0.4" W

Neetu Barathi

(1609)

$179 Wholesale

$179

Charmed Circle, Handmade Gold-Plated Cultured Pearl Charm Bracelet

Length: 7"

Neetu Barathi

(1609)

$59 Wholesale

$59

Flaming Mysticism, Traditional 22k Gold-Plated Cuff Bracelet with Onyx Cabochon

Pasek Mahardika

$69 Wholesale

$69

Style and Grace, Gold Plated Multi-Gemstone Cuff Bracelet from India

Size: 6" L (end to end) x 0.1" W

Neetu Barathi

(1609)

$89 Wholesale

$89

Green Divinity, 18k Gold-Plated 1-Carat Multi-Gemstone Station Bracelet

Neetu Barathi

(1609)

$49 Wholesale

$49

Balinese Umbrella, Hand Made Gold-Plated Filigree Bracelet

Length: 7"

Yuniati

(96)

$67 Wholesale

$67

Gold-plated gemstone bracelet, 'Sparkling Charms' - Handmade Gold-Plated Multi-Gemstone Charm Bracelet

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Rainbow Bubbles, Handmade Gold-Plated Multi-Gemstone Charm Bracelet

Length: 7"

Neetu Barathi

(1609)

$69 Wholesale

$69

Jade Deluxe, 18K Gold Plated Jade Link Bracelet with Hook Clasp

Length: 7.25"

Somluck Komolmith

(401)

$37 Wholesale

$37

Gold-plated multi-gemstone charm bracelet, 'Fairy Fusion' - Fairy-Inspired Gold-Plated 2-Carat Multi-Gemstone Bracelet

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Fairy Fusion, Fairy-Inspired Gold-Plated 2-Carat Multi-Gemstone Bracelet

Neetu Barathi

(1609)

$74 Wholesale

$74

Naga's Bell, Gold-Plated Sterling Silver Charm Bracelet from Bail

Length: 7"

Nyoman Ariawan

(255)

$99 Wholesale

$99

Victorious Sparkle, Gold-Plated 12-Carat Cubic Zirconia Tennis Style Bracelet

Bhavya Jain

(422)

$167 Wholesale

$167

Bubbles of Love, Romantic 18k Gold-Plated Brass Bracelet with Heart Charms

Anjali Kothari

$29 Wholesale

$29

Simply Fascinating, Thai Fair Trade Rainbow Moonstone Bead Bracelet

Length: 7.25"

Khun Boom

(654)

$44 Wholesale

$44

Light as Air, Gold-Plated Chalcedony and Blue Topaz Charm Bracelet

Length: 7.25"

Neetu Barathi

(1609)

$39 Wholesale

$39

Delhi Tresures, Classic 18k Gold-Plated Multi-Gemstone Pendant Bracelet

Shivani Choudhary

(232)

$39 Wholesale

$39

Colonial Shine, Gold Plated Sterling Silver Filigree Cuff Bracelet from Peru

Size: 5.5" L (end to end) x 0.2" W

Giuliana Valz-Gen

(183)

$159 Wholesale

$159

Wise Dragon, Gold Accented Dragon Lava Stone Beaded Stretch Bracelet

Size: 7" Inner Circ. x 0.3" W

Asmara Putra

(237)

$44 Wholesale

$44

Golden Afternoon, Handmade Gold-Plated Sterling Silver Filigree Bracelet

Length: 7.25"

Yuniati

(96)

$114 Wholesale

$114

Gold-plated filigree bracelet, 'Early Sunrise' - Hand Crafted Gold-Plated Filigree Bracelet

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Early Sunrise, Hand Crafted Gold-Plated Filigree Bracelet

Length: 7.75"

Yuniati

(96)

$77 Wholesale

$77

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