Gemstone Concho and Sterling Cuff Beads

Here are some photos of the beads I just finished.  I haven't seen any like this and at first, I was only going to make leaf texturized band beads to use with my paracord bracelets.  You can see I've progressed from cigar band rings to cigar band or cuff beads. I then decided to add some wire work and pearls.  I then decided to add a row of gemstones all the way around the pearl.  I really like this look however, it may be a bit fragile with stones of this size for a bracelet.  I will test the wear waters and call this one my own.  I will also be searching for some smaller gemstone beads as well.

The other cuff bead with the three pearls will be a great, durable piece to wear as part of a bracelet.  I need to experiment with some weaves and designs.  I may try to make some leather bracelets to wear these with.  Time will tell!