Murkbrandow Byzantine Chainmail Bracelet | Red Agate

Construction: Byzantine weave chainmail, 9 mm, with stones captured in box weave sections.
Materials: Black anodized aluminum rings, 14 AWG (16 swg); 6 mm undrilled red agate spheres; 20 mm Gun Metal Black spring o-ring clasp
Size: 8 inches (including clasp), fits a 7 inch wrist
Included: Red velvet drawstring pouch
Photos: Actual bracelet shown. Backgrounds may be digitally enhanced using AI. Worn image is an AI-generated virtual try-on for scale.
Behind the Design: The name Murkbrandow is forged from the Old Norse root words myrkr, meaning darkness, and brandr, meaning fire, combined with -ow as the phonetic spelling of the au in auga, meaning eye. Together, they capture the striking imagery of a dark, burning gaze of flame locked in deep shadow. This heavy 9 mm Byzantine weave is woven from robust 14 AWG (16swg) Anodized Aluminum rings with a vinyl-like black coating, which creates the rope of the weave, while thinner rings hold the rich, fiery crimson hues of 6 mm undrilled red agate spheres. The entire architectural piece is secured with a heavy-duty 20 mm Gun Metal Black spring o-ring clasp, locking in a crimson gaze that never closes.

Quick Answers
How do I care for the bracelet?
Built for daily wear. Put it on before work and go. Take it off before the gym, the shower, swimming, or bed, and avoid contact with perfumes, lotions, and abrasive surfaces. The finish is durable for everyday wear, but moisture and friction can dull it over time. To clean, wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth and store in a dry place.
What is Byzantine chainmail?
Byzantine is a chainmail weave where pairs of rings fold back through each other to form a dense, rope-like chain. It is one of the heavier, more sculptural chainmail weaves.
What does "captured stones" mean?
Captured stones are held in place by the surrounding rings rather than strung on wire. They are secured within the structure and do not move freely along the bracelet.
Is the bracelet flexible or rigid?
Chainmail is flexible, but less flexible than standard chain link. It moves naturally with the wrist, but forcing it into tight angles can damage the structure.
Is this bracelet handcrafted?
Yes. Each ring is placed and connected by hand, creating the final structure.
How do you open and close the spring o-ring clasp?
Press the hinged section of the ring inward to open it, slip the end ring over it, and let it spring closed.