14K Yellow Gold and Garnet Beaded Silk Cord Bracelet
Bracelet (beaded/cord style) · Yellow Gold; alloyed with silver and copper to achieve a traditional warm metallic tone.
Purity: Likely 14K (58.5% gold content), typical for contemporary beaded fashion jewelry; requires testing to confirm if solid or gold-filled.
Type
Bracelet (beaded/cord style)
Purity
Likely 14K (58.5% gold content), typical for contemporary beaded fashion jewelry; requires testing to confirm if solid or gold-filled.
Gold Type
Yellow Gold; alloyed with silver and copper to achieve a traditional warm metallic tone.
Weight
0.1 to 0.3 grams of gold weight; approximately 1-2 grams total weight including stones and cord.
Description
A delicate, organic-styled bracelet featuring alternating high-shine yellow gold beads and polished garnet gemstones. The piece prioritizes a natural, casual aesthetic over traditional fine jewelry structure, utilizing a dark cord that complements the deep red tones of the garnet.
Key Features
Tumbled garnet shapes paired with uniform gold rounds; contrasting textures between soft cord and hard materials.
Color & Finish
Smooth high-polish finish on small spherical gold beads; deep burgundy/red stone luster.
Hallmarks & Stamps
No visible stamps in the image; small beads of this size often lack room for hallmarks, or stamps may be on a missing clasp.
Dimensions Estimate
Bead diameter approximately 2-3mm; total length intended for a wrist, currently collapsed/shortened.
Gemstones & Inlays
Deep red garnets, likely tumbled nuggets or smooth polished beads, approximately 3-5mm in length.
Clasp & Closure
None visible; appears to be a tie-closure or a broken cord-based assembly with loose threading.
Chain & Links
Non-metallic flexible structure; beads are strung on a dark burgundy silk or nylon cord.
Craftsmanship Details
Simple stringing technique; beads appear machine-made for uniformity, while the assembly is hand-tied or knotted.
Authentication Indicators
The bright, consistent yellow luster of the gold beads suggests 14K or gold-filled; however, the lack of hallmarks and the cord-based construction are typical for lower-cost fashion items.
Origin & Maker
Likely boutique artisan or commercial fashion brand (e.g., Chan Luu style); country of origin often India, Thailand, or USA.
Era & Period
Contemporary (2000s-present); reflects minimalist 'boho-chic' or handmade artisan jewelry trends.
Age Estimate
Circa 2010–2024; modern manufacturing and cord materials suggest recent production.
Cultural Significance
Often associated with 'meaningful jewelry' where garnets represent passion and gold represents purity; frequently used in friendship or meditation-style bracelets.
Condition Notes
Fair to Poor; the cord appears frayed or broken at the ends, suggesting structural failure or a missing clasp.
Value Estimate
Melt value is negligible ($5-$15) due to low gold weight; resale value is minimal due to the broken state; retail new approx $45-$120 depending on brand.
Care & Maintenance
Avoid water and chemicals as silk/nylon cord degrades quickly; clean gold beads with a dry soft cloth; restringing is necessary if cord frays.
Similar Items
18K Gold Bead Bracelet, Gold-Vermeil Beaded Cord Bracelet, or a 'Power' bead bracelet with semi-precious stones.
Interesting Facts
Garnets have been used in jewelry since the Bronze Age and were popular in Ancient Egypt and Rome as protection talismans.