{"product_id":"vairna","title":"Vairna | Box Weave Chainmail | Captured Amethyst","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eConstruction: \u003c\/span\u003e Box Weave chainmail, Captured Beads in Larger rings in the same design.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/span\u003e Gun Metal Black plated 6mm iron rings, Gun Metal Black plated 9 mm iron rings, 6 mm Amethyst beads, Silver tone alloy Toggle clasp\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/span\u003e Black Velvet drawstring pouch\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePhotos:\u003c\/span\u003e Actual bracelet shown. Background may be digitally enhance. Worn image is a virtual try on for scale\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eBehind the Design:\u003c\/span\u003e The name Vairna is derived from the Old Norse root Verna, meaning to defend or protect. This piece utilizes a specialized captured-bead architecture where the gunmetal rings act as a structural cage for the Amethyst spheres. By interlocking the 6-in-1 weave around the stones, the metal serves as a protective shield, highlighting the deep violet of the Amethyst while maintaining the fluid structure of the piece. The Gun Metal Black plating of the iron rings is specifically chosen for its deep, mirrored luster that mimics the appearance of Blóðsteinn (the Old Norse term for Hematite).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Answers\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eWhat is a chainmail bracelet?\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003eA chainmail bracelet is built from individually connected metal rings, forming a flexible, interlocked structure rather than a solid or woven piece. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eWhat does “captured beads” mean?\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003eCaptured beads are held in place by the surrounding rings. They are secured within the structure and do not move freely along the bracelet. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIs the bracelet flexible or rigid?\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003eChainmail 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 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIs this bracelet handmade?\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003eYes. Each ring is placed and connected by hand, creating the final structure. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHow do you open and close the toggle clasp?\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003eSlide the bar through the ring to open. To close, pass the bar back through the ring and rotate it so it rests across the opening. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep slight tension on the bracelet when closing to help hold the bar in place.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FireGryphon","offers":[{"title":"~8 inches (including clasp)","offer_id":48682221469925,"sku":"060338514","price":109.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"~9 inches (including clasp)","offer_id":48682221502693,"sku":"060338515","price":109.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/7415\/1141\/files\/060338514.png?v=1774418699","url":"https:\/\/firegryphon.com\/products\/vairna","provider":"FireGryphon","version":"1.0","type":"link"}