18. Chunky Freshwater Coin Pearl & Gold Paperclip Chain Bracelet
What This Idea Means
Statement pearls are reimagined for modern street-style. Flat, coin-shaped freshwater pearls are linked with oversized gold paperclip chain links, secured with an exaggerated circle toggle clasp.
How to Make It
- Wire-Wrap Coin Pearls: Thread 12mm flat coin-shaped freshwater pearls onto individual gold headpins. Create wire-wrapped loops at the top of each pearl.
- Prep Chain Links: Cut a 7-inch piece of oversized gold paperclip chain.
- Attach Pearls to Links: Connect a wire-wrapped coin pearl to every second paperclip chain link using sturdy gold jump rings.
- Attach Oversized Clasp: Connect a 15mm heavy gold circle toggle clasp to the ends of the paperclip chain using heavy-duty 8mm jump rings.
- Clean & Inspect: Ensure all jump rings are fully closed to hold the weight of the large pearls securely.
Tips & Variations
- Tip: Coin pearls have unique natural ridges and iridescent sheens; select pearls with smooth, flat surfaces so they rest comfortably on the wrist.
- Variation: Add small gold initial charms next to each coin pearl for personalized heirloom styling.
What You Need
- 12mm flat coin-shaped freshwater pearls
- Oversized gold paperclip chain
- Gold headpins, 8mm jump rings, & large toggle clasp
- Round-nose pliers, chain-nose pliers, & wire cutters