{"product_id":"byzantine-xs-and-os-sterling-silver-chain-bracelet","title":"Byzantine \u0026 X's and O's Sterling Silver Chain Link Bracelet","description":"\u003cp\u003eTwo distinct chainmaking techniques come together in this hand-forged sterling silver bracelet, built by Shane at the Sterling Roots studio. Sections of tightly woven \u003cspan\u003e18-gauge Byzantine chain\u003c\/span\u003e alternate with our original X's and O's links, creating a substantial bracelet defined by structure, movement, and detailed silverwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinished with a hand-forged sterling silver clasp, this bracelet is built for a wrist circumference of approximately \u003cspan\u003e6.75–7.25 inches\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eScale \u0026amp; Substance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bracelet combines the dense, interwoven structure of Byzantine chainmaille with the open geometry of our original X's and O's links.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe alternating construction creates a balanced rhythm of compact and open forms throughout the chain. Each section contributes its own texture and dimension while maintaining the flexibility expected of a traditionally constructed chain link bracelet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Chain Character\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt entirely from solid sterling silver, the bracelet emphasizes the relationship between two distinct link structures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cspan\u003e18-gauge Byzantine sections\u003c\/span\u003e feature closely interconnected rings that create a dimensional woven pattern. Separating these sections are our original X's and O's links, introducing larger forms and a contrasting visual rhythm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn oxidized finish settles into the recessed areas of both link styles, while the high-polish surfaces emphasize their individual shapes and connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStudio Process\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-forged by Shane at the Sterling Roots studio, this bracelet reflects the precision and discipline of traditional chainmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Byzantine sections are constructed from individually connected 18-gauge sterling silver rings, while the original X's and O's links are formed and incorporated between the woven sections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA hand-forged sterling silver clasp completes the construction. The bracelet is then oxidized and polished to bring definition to the individual links and reveal the depth of the assembled chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilt Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSolid sterling silver construction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-forged by Shane\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e18-gauge Byzantine chain sections\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal Sterling Roots X's and O's links\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlternating chain link construction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-forged sterling silver clasp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOxidized with a high-polish finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArticulated chain construction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFits approximately a \u003cspan\u003e6.75–7.25\" wrist circumference\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional bench-built chainmaking\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDistinctive sterling silver bracelet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLimited Release Notice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bracelet is a distinctive Sterling Roots chainmaking design, combining our original X's and O's links with traditional Byzantine construction. Each section is assembled by hand, with individual attention to proportion, connection, and finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingroots.com\/collections\/collectors-edition\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscover our Collector Editions →\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sterling Roots - Shane","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67687465943214,"sku":null,"price":365.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0459\/1812\/6241\/files\/sterling-silver-heavy-mens-chain-link-bracelet-xs-andos-artisan-made.jpg?v=1792011439","url":"https:\/\/sterlingroots.com\/products\/byzantine-xs-and-os-sterling-silver-chain-bracelet","provider":"Sterling Roots","version":"1.0","type":"link"}