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
Image Analysis
1 images- 01
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
3 SKUsDocuments & Data
Customer Reviews
1 total1 reviews · out of 5
Nice!
Nice looking bracelet. Has good weight.