Steel & Barnett
Natural Ned Onyx Bracelet
This is a single-strand bracelet made of matte black onyx beads with 316L stainless steel accents, including a rectangular bar bearing the 'Steel & Barnett' logo. It is worn on the wrist as an accessory for everyday use, with an elastic band that fits various wrist sizes. The bracelet measures 5 mm in width, comes with a signature storage pouch, and is made in Belgium.
- Color
- Onyx
- Material
- 316L stainless steel and onyx beads
- Style
- casual, minimal
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Jewelry > Bracelets
Color
Specifications
Natural onyx and stainless steel bracelet with elastic band, including storage pouch.
Elastic band, natural onyx beads, 316L stainless steel accents, includes signature storage pouch.
- Color
- Onyx · black
- Material
- 316L stainless steel and onyx beads
- Style
- casual, minimal
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Jewelry > Bracelets
Additional Attributes
- 316L stainless steel and onyx beads
- elastic band
- signature storage pouch included
- made in Belgium
- bead width: 5 mm
Product Insights
The Natural Ned Onyx Bracelet by Steel & Barnett combines black onyx's historical association with warriors, biblical figures, and Victorian mourning with spiritual grounding for self-mastery and confidence, designed for understated elegance and stacking in Gold Accent, All-Black, or Quiet Two combos. Its scratch-resistant beads (Mohs 6.5-7) and 316L stainless steel resist daily wear, but require dry-cloth cleaning, avoidance of water and chemicals, and storage in the included pouch to maintain the elastic cord's 1-3 year lifespan—replaceable by a jeweler. The bracelet's slim, clasp-free elastic fit and global pricing align with its brand heritage: assembled by Bruges detainees since 2018, reflecting social impact, while the main tradeoff is between durable materials and the need for attentive care to preserve the cord.
Verified claims
- Historical meaning
- Black onyx has ancient warrior, biblical, and Victorian mourning significance.
- Spiritual meaning
- Black onyx is associated with root chakra grounding, self-mastery, and lasting strength.
- Brand meaning
- Steel & Barnett markets black onyx as removing confusion and bringing confidence, and the brand values elegance over boldness.
- Stacking combinations
- Three recommended stacking combinations are Gold Accent, All-Black, and Quiet Two.
- Sizing
- Available in Small (18–19 cm), Medium (20–21 cm), and Large (22–23 cm).
- Scratch and chip resistance
- Black onyx beads score 6.5–7 on Mohs, resisting scratches and chips from daily use.
- Daily care
- Clean with a dry cloth after wear; avoid water, chemicals, and store in the included pouch.
- Bead and cord wear
- Friction at drill holes may cause slight grey rings, but the hard beads minimize cord fraying and the cord is replaceable.
- Material quality
- 316L stainless steel resists pitting, scratching, irritation, and green stains.
- Elastic lifespan
- 1–3 year lifespan; onyx hardness and avoiding chemicals, water, and UV extend it.
- Restringing
- Jeweler can restring with 0.8–1 mm elastic cord, restoring the bracelet.
- Brand heritage
- Steel & Barnett has employed detainees from Bruges prison since the end of 2018; the brand began as a 2015 side project and now sells through over 800 retailers.
- Design philosophy
- Designed for understated elegance; recommended to stack with a slim leather band in a 'quiet two' combo.
- Global pricing
- CA$59 aligns with UK £35 and AUS $69.95.
- Social impact
- Detainees from Bruges prison are employed by Steel & Barnett, and every bracelet, including the Natural Ned, carries a layer of social impact.
- Elastic fit
- Elastic cord stretches over the hand for a snug, clasp-free fit with a slim profile.
- Sizing
- The bracelet comes in three sizes: Small fits an 18-19 cm (7.1-7.5 in) wrist, Medium fits 20-21 cm (7.9-8.3 in), and Large fits 22-23 cm (8.7-9.1 in).
- Color consistency
- The onyx beads are a smooth matte black with a matte finish that keeps them appearing consistent in natural light and product photos.
- Origin
- Natural Ned is manufactured in Belgium, an origin that separates it from the predominantly Chinese-made bracelet market.
Product record
- Title
- Natural Ned Onyx Bracelet
- Brand
- Steel & Barnett
- Price
- 59 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 10 sourcesUses
A gemstone bracelet worn for a sense of clarity and confident choices
Steel & Barnett says the Natural Ned bracelet's black onyx stone removes confusion and brings confidence in your ability to make decisions. Shoppers drawn to gemstone meanings may wear it for that purpose, though this reflects the brand's attributed property rather than a proven effect.[1]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Natural Ned Onyx Bracelet: Choose this if you want a minimalist black beaded bracelet: it is made of matte black onyx beads on an elastic band with 316L stainless steel accents, comes in SMALL, MEDIUM and LARGE sizes, and includes a signature storage pouch. The closely strung round beads form a single strand about 5 mm wide with a small engraved Steel & Barnett bar, and it is made in Belgium. Note that the brand attributes metaphysical properties to black onyx, saying it removes confusion and brings decision-making confidence, though these are claimed effects rather than reported results.[1,2,3] | Natural Ned Bronzite Bracelet: Choose this if you want a slim, understated natural-stone bracelet: it's a single strand of round bronzite beads with mottled brown, rust, and gray speckling in a matte-to-low-sheen finish, accented by an engraved 316L stainless steel bar, on an elastic band at 5 mm wide. The brand says it stands on its own but stacks well with other Steel & Barnett leather and stone bracelets, and it comes with a signature storage pouch and a 12-month warranty. Note it runs large and has a generous fit, so size down if in doubt—Small, Medium, and Large are available in Brown.[4,5,6,7,8,9] | Blue Sodalite Bracelet: Choose this if you want a slim, versatile beaded bracelet for everyday wear: it pairs 6 mm matte blue sodalite beads with a 316L stainless steel accent bar on an elastic band, and reviewers cited in the product analysis report it looks as good with jeans as with a suit. It comes in small, medium, and large sizes and includes a signature storage pouch, and per the analysis it has been chosen as a Christmas or special gift thanks to its quality and presentation.[10] |
Image Analysis
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Product
A single-strand bracelet made of uniform matte black spherical beads forming a near-circular loop with a small matte black rectangular bar element bearing white printed text.
- Bead shape and finishUniform round beads with a matte, non-reflective finish forming the entire visible loop of the bracelet.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.48 · w 0.72 · h 0.28 (high) - Bead spacing and stringingBeads are closely strung with small, consistent gaps between adjacent beads so they appear to touch or nearly touch along the loop.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.53 · w 0.68 · h 0.20 (high) - Rectangular bar elementA short, matte black rectangular bar sits on the outer curve of the bracelet; it has flat faces and slightly chamfered short edges.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.61 · w 0.18 · h 0.07 (high) - Brand text on barWhite uppercase text printed on the rectangular bar.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.62 · w 0.14 · h 0.04 (high) - Legible text“STEEL & BARNETT”
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.62 · w 0.14 · h 0.04 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a smooth white background with soft directional lighting from the upper left producing a soft shadow cast to lower right; the bracelet is centered and photographed from a slight top-down angle.
- Background and surfaceSmooth white background and surface with no visible texture or props.
- Lighting and shadowSoft directional light from upper left creates a gentle cast shadow to the lower right of the bracelet and subtle highlights on the top-left faces of the beads.
1 region
x 0.55 · y 0.62 · w 0.30 · h 0.20 (medium) - Shot compositionBracelet placed near the vertical center of the frame, leaving generous empty space above; image captured from a slightly elevated front-facing viewpoint.
Colors
matte black· beads#131414matte black (bar)· rectangular barwhite· printed text#F3F3F4- Bead shape and finishUniform round beads with a matte, non-reflective finish forming the entire visible loop of the bracelet.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Steel & Barnett
6mm Round Black Onyx Gemstone Bead Bracelet
Variants
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Customer Reviews
1 total1 reviews · out of 5
Nice!
Nice looking bracelet. Has good weight.