Dan Dye Designs

Argentium silver cuff bracelet with agate/druzy quartz stone - sold

This teardrop shaped tan agate has a pocket of druzy quarts in the center that formed deep underground over thousands of years.  I hand-crafted the cuff bracelet from Argentium sterling silver and set it on what I call a "peninsula" mount.  The stone is attached on one side so the bracelet can be adjusted to fit your arm.

Argentium Sterling Silver Hammered Bracelet - $225 - Sold!!

I forged this hammered cuff bracelet from a piece of 20 gauge 1-1/4" x 6" sterling sheet with a technique called anticlastic sinusoidal forming.  Looking at it, you can see every hammer stroke!

Argentium Sterling Silver Men's Cuff Bracelet

I designed this solid cuff bracelet to appeal to men who like classic simplicity.  It is constructed from square and round silver rods which I fused together under high heat.

Argentium Sterling Silver Bracelet

I am enjoying combining the smooth wide half-round sterling with smooth wire for a sleek effect.  Cuff bracelets usually have the opening under the wrist, but this one will be worn with it on top.  This one sold, but I can make another similar one!!

Argentium Sterling Bracelet with Cerrillos Turquoise

I bought this turquoise cabachon from Andy Brown in Cerrillos, N.M. this past  June.  He mined it in local mountains and cut and polished it.  The ground in this part of New Mexico contains lots of copper and iron, which then dissolves in groundwater and stains the turquoise a wonderful pale blue and green.  The challenge for me is to design a piece of jewelry that will show off the natural beauty of the stone.   

Argemtium Sterling Silver bracelet with Hachita turquoise - Sold

This new bracelet features a piece of turquoise mined in the Hachita mountains of southern New Mexico.  My friend, Andy Brown of Las Cerrillos,N.M. mined it and then cut and polished it in a "ribbon cut" style, with the vein of turquoise running across the stone.  The Hachita mountains are rich with copper (blue) and iron (green), which I find to be a beautiful combination.

Argentium Sterling Silver Baby Bracelet

I recently made these two tiny sterling baby bracelets for a pair of twin girls who were born recently.  The babies were each about 6 pounds at birth.  Their aunt is my niece & I had made one for her over 40 years ago!  The bracelets measure about 3 inches on the inside & will fit the girl's wrists for a limited amount of time, but they can later be used as a Christmas ornament or a napkin ring.  My niece now uses her bracelet as a wine glass charm (clever young lady!).  The amazing thing is to realize in future years just how small they were when they were born!  What a family heirloom they will become in the future!! 

Argentium Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet with Hachita Turquoise - sold

 I designed this cuff bracelet to feature a "ribbon-cut" piece of turquoise from the Hachita area of southern New Mexico.  The vein of turquoise that runs across the rhyolite matrix stone is pale blue on the ends and dark green in the center, which Native Americans say represents Mother Earth and Father Sky.  I photographed it sitting on a piece of unpolished rough rhyolite which has a vein of green turquoise running through it on the right end.

Argentium Sterling Silver Bracelet with Psilomelane Cabochon - sold!

This cuff bracelet features one of my favorite stones, a psilomelane cabochon.  It is a manganese oxide which has bands of black and steel gray which remind me of the grain of wood.  I made a bracelet with several bands of silver to mimic the banded stone.

Argentium Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet with HachitaTurquoise - Sold

This cuff bracelet features a beautiful turquoise cabachon from the Hachita Mountains of southern New Mexico.  I bought it this year on a trip to the area around Santa Fe.  The stone from those mountains has a blend of rich greens and light sky blues, resulting from a combination of iron and copper in the rock. 

Sterling Silver bracelet with White Angel Variscite - sold

This bracelet features a beautiful piece of White Angel Variscite that was mined in Cerrillos, New Mexico.  I added a silver back plate that I had roll-printed with a piece of cotton lace to mimic the visual pattern of the stone.  I designed the bracelet so that it can be adjusted to size without flexing the stone mount.

Alaska Inland passage Sterling Silver Bracelet

 This is a photo of the Alaskan shoreline with receeding rows of mountains, that I took on a trip through Alaska's Inland Passage. The memory of this experience inspired these 2 bracelets.  The one on the left side is wider & is made from 8 ga. Argentium sterling silver wire. It costs $225.  The other is narrower and made from 12 ga Argentium sterling silver wire and is about a third lighter in weight and costs $175. Both are "cuff"style & can be adjusted to fit any wrist.

Sterling Silver Bracelet with Cobra Jasper - $295 - sold

I designed this bracelet to feature this beautiful Cobra jasper cabachon from India.  The chain bracelet flexes comfortably with your arm, as well as following the multiple circles found on the stone.

Sterling Silver Fused Cuff Bracelet - $300 - sold

This sterling silver cuff bracelet was formed from multiple pieces of Argentium Sterling which I fused together.  It's irregular and organic edges measure approximately 1-1/2" across and it weighs almost 3 ounces. It was bought recently, but I can make a similar one for you!

Argentium Sterling Silver Bracelet with Turquoise - sold

I bought this richly colored turquoise cabachon on a recent trip to Santa Fe, New Mexico.  I designed the bracelet to fit to your arm with the stone draping down over the hand.  The bracelet is made in my "braided stream" style to mimic the arroyos seen in the American Southwest.  Argentium Sterling Silver is a new sterling alloy which is more resistant to tarnish, so this bracelet will stay bright and shiny for many years with little polishing needed.  The stone measures approximately 19mm x 28mm.

Sterling Silver & Hatchita Turquoise Bracelet - sold!

I bought this piece of turquoise in a "rock shop" in Cerrillos, New Mexico, just south of Santa Fe.  It originated in a small mine in the Hatchita mountains, where Native Americans have been mining turquoise for hundreds of years.  This distinctive stone features a blend of beautiful hues of blue/green, pale yellow and reddish brown and makes this a one-of-a-kind bracelet.

Sterling Silver Bracelet with Labradorite - sold

The rich iridescent blue of this labradorite cabachon is complemented by the sweeping silver of the bracelet.  As the bracelet moves in the sunlight, the stone flashes like the wings of a tropical butterfly.

Sterling Silver Bracelet w/ Septarian - sold

I bought this piece of septarian in southern Utah in 2011 and finally decided how to best use it.  Septarian is a stone that was formed millions of years ago when Utah was part of the Gulf of Mexico.  It is a combination of calcite crystals and silt that was compressed into stone at the bottom of the ocean.  As the continent rose due to plate tectonics, the stone was revealed in the dry landscape in Utah.  

Sterling silver chain bracelet w/ Variscite - sold

I bought this piece of Variscite in a gem store in Sedona, Arizona in 2011.  Varicite is an aluminum phosphate mineral sometimes identified with turquoise.  The links of this freeform bracelet flex freely, making it comfortable to wear.

Sterling Silver Bracelet w/ Double "Tiger" Agates - $275 - sold

This pair of matched "Tiger" agates inspired this striking new cuff bracelet.  It is fashioned from 6mm half round sterling silver solid wire and the stones are securely attached by bezel mounts, that I made individually.

Argentium Sterling Silver Hammered Cuff Bracelet w/ Fused Edges

I created this hammered cuff and decided to fuse the edges for an unusual appearance.  Argentium Sterling is more resistant to tarnish. This bracelet  measures approximately 1-1/2" in width and 6" in length.

Sterling silver cuff bracelet with Rhyolite & Malachite - $325

 This heavy men's sterling cuff features a central Rhyolite stone, flanked by a pair of Malachites.  The Rhyolite is found in the montains of Utah and is formed by time and high pressure from very fine volcanic ash, which is stained by iron seeping through the stone.  This Malachite is from Arizona.

Sterling Silver bracelet with Picasso Marble - sold

The pattern of this Picasso Marble remind me of bare winter branches, which inspired a bracelet composed of sterling silver limbs.  The  talented painter and my good friend, Susan Dahlin Bashford, bought it at a recent show where we were both displaying our works.

Sterling Silver V-link Bracelet - $275 - sold

This linked bracelet is made from solid sterling square wire which is hammered and brightly polished.  When worn on the wrist, it looks like a solid bangle bracelet, but it has a concealed catch to make it easy to put on.  This design was inspired by my men's V-link bracelet, which was originally inspired 35 years ago by flying geese.

Sterling Silver Curves & Curls Cuff Bracelet - $195 - sold

  This cuff bracelet is crafted from multiple pieces of half-round sterling silver wire.  It was inspired by the handmade iron gates and railings that are seen on the fine old homes in Charleston, SC.  I can custom make another one for you!

Sterling Silver Braided Stream Bracelet - $145

  The idea for this cuff bracelet came to me while flying across the country and looking down at the passing landscapes below me.  When rivers reach flat land, they tend to meander around and are known as "braided" streams.  I made this bracelet with four strands of silver which cross back and forth over each other at irregular intervals.

Sterling silver cuff bracelet w/ Petersite - $385 -sold

This beautiful Petersite stone has interesting swirling grain that flashes various shades of blue and brown as it moves.  I decided that the bracelet required a design with ample visual movement.  It is a cuff that fits comfortably around the arm and can be adjusted to fit your arm.

Sterling Silver cuff bracelet - $150 - sold

This sterling silver cuff measures up to 1-1/2" wide.  It was inspired by the lines of a topographical map.

Sterling Silver Turquoise cuff bracelet - $225 -sold

   I bought this turquoise nugget cabachon in Sedona, Arizona in May 2011 and set it in an innovative cuff with engraved detail on one side and a sweeping arm on the other.

Sterling Silver braided cuff bracelet

I was playing around with some Celtic inspired designs when I came up with this idea.  I reminds me of a "braided stream" of water, a characteristic of lowland streams and rivers that wander around looking for a path to the coast.  Fly over the lower Mississippi River area sometime & you will see them everywhere.  Each overlapping joint is soldered for strength and durability.

Sterling Silver Men's Cuff Bracelet - $200

This solid sterling silver bracelet weighs just over 2 troy ounces and is tough enough to last you for the rest of your life.  I gave it a hammered texture to conceal surface scratches and a solid ball of silver on each end for comfort.  It looks good when worn with the opening on top or underneath.

Sterling Silver cuff bracelet with Chrysocolla - $340 - sold

This beautiful chrysocolla features a blend of turquoise green, azure blue and burnt umber colors.  It appeals to the oil painter in me.  I made it with my "floating stone" design so the bracelet is more flexible when being put on.  This will eliminate the stress fracture problem that many cuff bracelets with mounted stones develop over years of wear.  This stone is just over 1-1/4" in length.

Psilomelane bracelet - $225 -sold

  Psilomelane is an intriguing natural stone that is a composite of 2 minerals, romanechite and pyrolusite. They are extruded from volcanically active sites in deep ocean waters.  Millions of years later, the action of plate tectonics bring them to the surface for us to discover.  I found this stone at a gem show this Spring and had to buy it!  I designed this bracelet in a rectangular style that contrasts nicely with the whorls in the stone.

Sterling Silver cuff bracelet w/ Sunstone - $325 - sold

   This colorful sparkling stone originates in the Ural Mountains of Russia.  The stone features a blend of black, silver and rosy pink mineral and measures just under 1"x 1-1/2".  The bracelet wraps gracefully around the arm in a comfortable manner.

Sterling Silver Teething Ring -available as a custom order, approximately $150

  This teething ring is constructed from a 7" piece of solid 6 ga. sterling silver wire.  Each letter of the baby's name is stamped 5 times around each ring, so the name is visible as the rings move.  There is an extra ring that is stamped with my "Dan Dye" maker's mark and "sterling" stamps.

  I made the first of these teething rings in 2006 for my first grand-daughter, Isabel.  She enjoyed chewing on it, as well as shaking it and banging it on the table.  It started out smooth and shiny, but she quickly added teeth marks and "patina" to make it all her own.  This one is for our newest grand-daughter, Eleanor, and she has just begun her junior silversmith work to put her own marks on it.  These heirloom pieces can be used as Christmas ornaments, by adding a bit of ribbon, and will last a lifetime.

Sterling Silver Bracelet w/ Crysacola - sold

This beautiful 20x35mm stone features a mixture of blue and green colors that contrast nicely with the polished sterling silver bands.  I made the bracelet to curve gracefully around the wrist.  The stone is mounted at an angle and connects to the bracelet by a single stem.  This adds flexibility when putting on the piece and will give it a lifetime of comfortable wear.

Sterling silver bracelet with Turquoise - sold

This large turquoise measures 30x40mm and is held securely it's polished bezel.  The bracelet curves gracefully around the wrist and is mounted to the point of the triangular stone.  This enables the bracelet to be easily adjusted to fit the arm comfortably.

Sterling Silver Bracelet - $225

I was working on a modification of my "pop-top" bracelet when I thought of this variation.  The added circular piece adds a bit of weight without making it excessively heavy.  Can be worn by men or women.

Sterling Silver Bracelet w/ Lapis - sold

This striking cuff bracelet incorporates 2 18mm square lapis stones at each end.

Sterling Silver Barbed Wire Bracelet - $175

This bracelet was inspired by the common fences in the West.  This one is made from 12 gauge Sterling wire.  I can also custom make it in heavier wire for a more sturdy look - priced upon request.  Available by custom order.

Sterling Silver "Pop-Top" Bracelet - $150

Reminiscent of chains that I made as a teenager from canned drink pop-top pull tabs.  There is one link with a slightly longer "tail" that acts as the catch without being so obvious.

Sterling Silver Wacky Heart Bracelet - $145

This bracelet has the asymmetrical heart shape that I have made for years as earrings.  There is one link with a longer "tail" that acts as the catch while  blending with the other links.

Sterling Silver Interlocking Flexible Link Bracelet - $175 - sold

I have had this chain idea in my mind for several years and finally found the time to create it.  It is constructed from 12 gauge sterling silver wire.  It is an interesting design in which each link bypasses the adjoining link to connect by a loop to the third link.  It is not rigid, but rather somewhat flexible.

Example of Sterling silver Bracelet w/ Azurite/Turquoise

This bracelet is sold, but is a good example of a design combining the shape of a stone with the sculptural lines of the piece.

This unusual silver cuff bracelet features a beautiful Azurite/Turquoise stone. The bracelet curves gracefully to complement the curving sides of the triangular stone. I roll-printed the backing silver of the stone with lace texture.

Sterling silver Bracelet - $95

This is the lighter version in 12 ga. silver.  It also has the "camouflaged" catch.

Sterling silver Bracelet - $125

I make this design with heavier 10 ga. silver wire.  One of the curling joints is left unsoldered so the wearer can get it on & off.  When in place, the catch looks like all the other joints.  I have always liked catches that are part of the design.

Sterling silver Bracelet - price available upon request

This "open" bangle has a smooth mirror finish that really catches the light.  I can craft one for you in a variety of gauges of sterling wire, which will determine the cost.

Sterling silver Bracelet - $150

I made this bracelet with three hammered and curving pieces which seem to "dance" around the arm. There is one unsoldered intersection to enable the wearer to put it on & adjust the fit.

Sterling silver Men's Bracelet - $145

This heavy square fits most men and has a hammered texture that I accomplished with a "cross pein" hammer.

Sterling silver man's V-link bracelet, $400

Custom made from 8ga and 12ga sterling wire.  Also available for ladies in a smaller version.  This is an original design that I devised in 1974 while watching Canada geese in flight formation.