Tagua Nut Jewelry Appraisal

Carved Tagua Nut and Wood Beaded Bracelet

This is a wide, multi-strand artisanal bracelet constructed from organic materials, likely tagua nut (vegetable ivory) and polished wood. The design features a ladder-like structure where nine horizontal 'rungs' consist of triple-stacked, disk-shaped beads in a vibrant mustard-yellow or ochre hue. These colorful elements appear to be dyed and polished tagua nut segments. These horizontal stacks are connected by two parallel vertical rows of alternating small, dark brown or black round spacer beads and slightly larger golden-brown spherical wooden beads. The bracelet is secured with a gunmetal or dark silver-toned metal toggle clasp, featuring a circular ring at one end and a bar at the other. The craftsmanship indicates a handmade quality popular in contemporary eco-friendly fashion, often associated with South American artisan production where tagua is a native material. The condition appears excellent with no visible cracks, chips, or fraying of the internal cord. The polished finish on the yellow segments reflects light well, suggesting a high-quality protective wax or glaze. The overall style is bohemian and tribal-inspired, estimated to be from the early 21st century.