Sirocco Journal
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Violet Sirocco Bracelet
Sterling silver open-back bezel setting featuring vitreous enamel kiln-fired mosaics, attached by sterling silver links and toggle. Handmade by Kay Hammond.
£ 230
Vision
The Violet Sirocco Bracelet reflects the natural life of Andalusia. With intricate hand-fired vitreous enamel adornments, each of these special mosaics are unique in their symbolism of flora and Moorish design.
Technique
Vitreous enamels are a form of soft glass with a melting temperature between 700 and 800°c, coloured using different minerals and elements; cobalt is used to create a rich blue colour. The design has been meticulously created by sifting vitreous enamel over hand-made stencils and fired multiple times in a kiln at around 800°C. Each mosaic is encased in a hand-made open back sterling silver bezel setting so that a design can be seen on both sides. Hand-made sterling silver connecting rings and toggle fastening are all soldered for durability. The bracelet is finally hand-polished.