Black and Gold Diamond Moosehide Bracelet

A hand-beaded cuff on soft natural moosehide by Claudette Shecapio Blacksmith. Three rows of faceted black beads, each framed in a diamond of gold seed beads, form a lattice across the band, finished with gold beaded edging and adjustable hide ties for a comfortable, customizable fit. It pairs well with the matching Black and Gold Beaded Jewelry Set.

The bracelet is moosehide on both sides, front and back, so the hide sits soft against the skin.

About moosehide

For the Cree of Eeyou Istchee, the moose is a harvested animal that feeds families, and its hide has been prepared by hand for generations. Scraping, stretching, softening and smoking a hide takes time, patience and skill, and that knowledge is passed down within families and communities. Using the hide, down to the small pieces saved for jewelry and beadwork, reflects the Cree value of respecting the animal by making use of every part of the harvest. Wearing moosehide carries that connection to the land and to the people who keep these skills alive.

Features

• Hand-beaded diamond lattice design in black and gold
• Soft, natural moosehide on both sides, front and back
• Faceted black beads with gold seed bead accents and beaded edging
• Adjustable hide ties
• Individually handcrafted, one of a kind

Materials

• Moosehide (front and back)
• Faceted crystal beads
• Seed beads

Dimensions

• Length: 6.25" (15.9 cm)
• Width: 1.75" (4.4 cm)
• Tie length: 4.5" (11.4 cm)
• Closure: Adjustable hide ties

Measurements are approximate due to the handmade nature of this piece.