• Seed Bead Bracelet, Rounded Segments
  • Kuke Bracelet, 11 mm Rounded Barrel Beads — another angle
1 2

Ten Thousand Turns

Kuke Bracelet, 11 mm Rounded Barrel Beads

Kuke Bracelet, 11 mm Rounded Barrel Beads

$228.00 USD
$228.00 USD
Sale Sold out
Free shipping to the contiguous US.

Kuke beads are cut from the shell of a Brazilian palm nut. These are rounded, slightly elongated barrels of about 11 mm, from material the maker grades as its top, high-oil kuke.

Choosing your bracelet

  • Pattern: Natural, in plain honey tones; Mottled, with a bold swirling pattern; or Mixed, a lighter blend of the two.
  • Fit: strung for a 17 cm wrist.

Natural brown lines and small spots are part of kuke, not flaws. Every bead is different, so the bracelet you receive will vary from the photos, which show representative examples.

Pattern
  • Selected by a collector for material and character
  • Material, origin and size described honestly
  • Free shipping to the contiguous US, import duties included

Material & origin

Each listing states the material, origin and measurements of the piece. Natural materials vary — grain, colour, flecks and markings make every piece one of a kind; they are character, not flaws.

Bead size

Bead size is the width of one bead, in millimetres. Larger beads look bolder and feel heavier in the hand; smaller ones are lighter and quieter. Our size guide shows each size side by side.

Care & patina

Handle often, with clean and dry hands. Keep away from water, perfume, lotion and strong sun. Let new wood rest a day or two each week while the patina settles, and wipe with a soft cotton cloth — never oil or polish.

Shipping & returns

Shipping is free within the contiguous US: the 48 mainland states and Washington, DC. We can't yet deliver to Alaska, Hawaii, US territories or APO/FPO/DPO addresses.

US import duties are included in the price, so you don't pay them. If a carrier ever asks you for import charges, contact us and we will refund them.

Delivery times and returns are set out in our shipping policy and refund policy.

View full details

  • Chosen by a collector

    Every piece is selected for its material, colour and character.

  • Described honestly

    Material, origin and size stated plainly — no inflated stories.

  • Advice when you need it

    Questions about size, care or meaning? Write to us and a collector will answer.

  • Clear terms

    Shipping, delivery times and returns set out plainly before you buy.