This bangle is crafted in 9ct white gold, featuring a torque style with a thickness of 2.5mm. The bangle is complimented with two rounded balls at the ends, ensuring comfort when sliding the bangle on and off your wrist.
Jewellery Odyssey:
Torque derives from the latin word ‘twist’. The meaning refers to the original concept of torque bangles, which originated in the 8th Century. Thin metal of either bronze or gold was used and possessed the ability of being able to twist, before being alloyed with hardened gold. Older torques were made with a smaller gap, whereby the wearer would require to twist the bangle, in order to get it on and off their wrist. However, the style has changed and adapted over the years, with the innovation of creating the bangle, out of solid gold or sterling silver. As a result, the metal got thicker and more stiff, making the torque bangle harder to twist, hence the gap of the bangle was made bigger. The creations of rounded balls at the ends of the torque bangle, provided comfort to the wearer, when sliding the bangle on and off.
Currently, there are no standard bespoke alterations, available for this item. However, if you have a question regarding an alteration you wish to make to the item, please let us know. You can either fill out the enquiry form below, or contact us directly. We will see if we can help to make any provisions for your request, or advise you further.
Jewellery Care Precautions:
Avoid direct contact with: perfume, lotions, skincare, hairspray / other chemicals. Remove, your jewellery: when showering, swimming (as both chlorine and saltwater will react with metals), washing your hands / using hand sanitisers, before going to bed or when participating in physical activities (going to the gym, exercising, gardening, housework etc….).
Beware, metals may tarnish over time due to oxygen contact and natural body oils. Prevent items from being exposed to moisture and direct sunlight, for long periods. Store jewellery in a dry place away from humidity, in a pouch/jewellery box and keep each piece separated from each other. Care, for your jewellery by cleaning with a soft dry cloth.
White Gold:
White gold is not an element and does not occur naturally in a pure form. Pure yellow gold is mixed with alloys of white metals (such as palladium) to produce, a silver coloured alloy, known as white gold. It is further coated in a precious metal called rhodium (an element that derives from the same metal family as platinum), to increase its lustrous sheen and protect it from tarnishing and scratching.
Over time with exposure to oxygen and moisture, the rhodium coating will naturally wear and you will begin to see the natural yellow colour of gold. Rings will experience this more than other types of jewellery. The general guide for re-applying rhodium coating to your rings is between 1-2 years. However, the rate of wear depends on the pH level of your skin, exposure and contact to chemicals. For professional cleaning and rhodium coating, our workshop will provide the TLC your jewellery needs.
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