An intentionally imperfect rusty old corroded split lock washer link bracelet ... a simple yet bold, naturally raw textured, organic, chunky, rustic and awesome bracelet ... sterling silver brutalist elevated hardware jewelry.

The humble split lock washer, also known as a spring lock washer, is a type of washer that helps prevent fasteners like bolts and nuts from loosening due to vibrations. It's a washer that is split or cut, not solid or flat all around, with the two ends bent slightly outward, creating a spring-like effect.
Not always seen but so important, holding things together, protective, lessening the impact of something negative or difficult ... maybe just like you or someone dear to you.

- approximate washer measurement - 5/8“ (15mm) 
- lock washer metal - solid sterling silver (.925 silver) recycled
- photographed with a US dime and inch ruler for scale
- approximate bracelet length - 20 links - 8" (197mm)
- a perfect fit for a 6" wrist, give or take 1/4”

- bracelet closes with a toggle clasp, also hand crafted from a washer link
- need a different bracelet length?  let’s chat 



Found between the cracks at a busy local boat ramp, I've sand cast the humble split lock washer many times ... I create molds with packed sand, torch melt the metal and pour it into the cavity of the sand mold. The cooled metal is then removed and the castings require clean up before being finished and fashioned into jewelry. It’s a process done one at a time, a new sand mold is made each time a casting is made.
 

Hand crafted jewelry, one at a time, because I believe how it's made matters.

You can find split lock washer earrings and pendant, shown in the last photo, here

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Hardware jewelry ... elevate the ordinary