Duo Link Clasp Bracelets

Conscientious, Bikable, Recyclable Jewelry

The purpose of Danda Borealis is to reduce waste, and reuse recyclable material to create jewelry that makes environmental, economic, sustainable societal statments.

Danda: A symbol of spirit. The spirit of the bicycle community is strong and continues to grow. You can wear these accessories as a symbol of your support of the bicycle community and eco-culture's movement.

Borealis: North. As in Aurora Borealis, The Northern Lights. I've spent most of my life in Alaska, spoiled with natural northern beauty. I've recently moved to Chicago, for love and life, and feel the urge to share some of the beauty that has influenced me.

18% of your purchase here is donated to a non-profit bicycle cooperative in Alaska. The northern bicycling community's spirit continues to grow. This is a way of supporting the movement.

Visit http://www.offthechainak.org/ to learn about who benefits from your purchase at Danda Borealis.

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Duo Link Clasp Bracelets

Jewelry use for bicycle chain links: Bracelet/necklace clasp.

With a keen use of a chain breaker, I leave the center pin intact to keep the original utilitarian function of the chain to link the chain plates together.

Salvaged Elements: Blue Glass beads, Steel chain roller rings,

Recyclable clear plastic washers, Natural Hemp yarn.

Approx. 8 inches in length.