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This Leather Cuff Bracelet with Copper Wire Wrap and Beads is a part of a series started this Winter (2012). I am in love with the fluidity of the designs capable with this technique. I am sure I will continue to explore all of the jewelry applications that will be possible with this technique. I am just having way too much fun with it!

This copper focal has been placed on a leather cuff which measures 1/2in. by 7in. and has a copper lobster clasp and extender chain which makes the overall length of the bracelet 8in. to 9 inches.

The copper has been sprayed with three coats of varnish to prevent discoloration.

This is a One of a Kind bracelet so grab it up while you have the chance!

Copper is hypoallergenic, like its sister metals--gold and silver. Evidence of copper being used as adornment has a history that dates back to 10,000 years. For great information about copper and its many benefits, health and otherwise, please visit:

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Did you Know:

The Statue of Liberty is made from 179,000 pounds of copper.

All gold contains some level of copper, even 24 karat gold. This is because gold is so soft, it can be molded with the hands and calls for a bit of copper to be added.

Professional chefs prefer to cook with copper pots and pans, as it delivers uniform cooking and has no heat spots.

Copper is naturally antibacterial. Brass doorknobs, handrails and fingerplates are excellent choices for public buildings and will prevent the spread of bacteria.

Copper tools will not cause sparks, making them the tools of choice when working around explosives.

Copper is 100% recyclable and nearly 80% of the copper that has been produced is still in use today. Copper can continue to be recycled without any changes to its properties. In fact, it retains 95% of its original value.

Copper is often referred to as "man's eternal metal". It's highly durable, long lasting and can be used in all applications of life.

The average person will use 1500 pounds of copper just to enjoy today's standard of living. (Think computers, telephones, automobiles, etc.)

Copper has been used for as long as we can remember. The Egyptians had the ankh symbol to represent copper, and pyramids in Egypt used copper for water plumbing.