are similar to metal strap mates... but are made with German Silver (alpaca), brass (bronce), or in some cases stainless steel (acero inoxidable) wire. Wire is somewhat of a misnomer; being that it isn't the kind of wire you might mend a fence with or wire an outlet--it is art wire made, in some cases, in semi-oval shape and with higher strength, lustre, and durability. On many of these items there is also sheetwork and soldering; the addition of rare coins, rings, etc. They are simple yet elegant and stand well.
