1960s Sterling Silver Charniere Bangle Bracelet vintage Pumtek beads have a fascinating

Pumtek beads have a fascinating history: they were highly prized by the Javanese in Southeast Asia

accented by vibrant green and blue flowers

were introduced by Fred Harvey and became iconic in the era's Native American–inspired designs

The bracelet features alternating glass bead charms and silver-toned leaf-shaped beads

1960s Sterling Silver Charniere Bangle Bracelet vintage Pumtek beads have a fascinatingAn exceptional piece of Argentine mid century modern jewelry. This heavyweight, sculptural hinged bangle features an ultra smooth, mirror polished finish inspired by the architectural geometries of the South American Arte Concreto Invencin (Concretism) movement. It utilizes a precise, concealed tongue and groove hinge and box clasp mechanism designed to maintain a clean, flush profile around the wrist. Era: Post 1959 Size: circumference when fastened