Dyadema Italian Sterling Silver Diamond-Cut Bead Bracelet
Jewelry (Bracelet) · Dyadema, a division of the Italian silver company specialized in high-quality fashion jewelry manufacturing, primarily based in the Vicenza or Arezzo region of Italy.
Pattern: Diamond-Cut Moon Bead; part of the core Italian essentials collection; currently in production.
Type
Jewelry (Bracelet)
Maker
Dyadema, a division of the Italian silver company specialized in high-quality fashion jewelry manufacturing, primarily based in the Vicenza or Arezzo region of Italy.
Material
Sterling Silver (.925) with a light rhodium plating for tarnish resistance and high luster.
Dimensions
Standard 7 to 7.5 inches in length; approximately 3mm to 4mm bead diameter; estimated weight 5-8 grams.
Description
An elegant and shimmering Italian sterling silver bracelet featuring a continuous row of diamond-cut beads. The 'moon bead' design is engineered to capture and reflect light from every angle, providing a brilliance similar to pavé diamonds. Presented on a branded Dyadema pillow, it represents the intersection of traditional Italian craftsmanship and modern industrial precision.
Key Features
Distinctive diamond-cut facets on spherical beads; 'Made in Italy' branding; rhodium-treated sterling silver for a white gold appearance.
Material & Composition
Sterling Silver (.925) with a light rhodium plating for tarnish resistance and high luster.
Finish & Decoration
High-polish finish with precision diamond-cut laser engravings on each bead to create a 'disco ball' or 'moon bead' light-reflecting effect. Style: Contemporary Italian.
Hallmarks & Stamps
Stamped '925' and 'ITALY', likely accompanied by a lozenge-shaped Italian identification mark (e.g., * star followed by a number and province initials like AR for Arezzo).
Construction Details
Machine-fabricated beads strung on a flexible sterling silver chain or elasticated core; precision micro-engraved diamond cuts applied via CNC or laser technology.
Functional Features
Likely features a lobster claw or spring ring clasp with a '925' stamped end tag for secure closure.
Handle & Grip Details
Not applicable; features a structural bead-on-chain assembly.
Craftsmanship Details
Precision machine-finished; evidence of high-quality die-striking and consistent facet depth characteristic of premium Italian exports.
Authentication Indicators
Consistency of 'Dyadema' font on packaging; presence of the '925 sterling silver' declaration; high-quality, uniform laser cuts on beads.
Origin & Manufacturing
Made in Italy; manufactured in a modern industrial workshop utilizing high-speed robotic lathes and laser cutting machines.
Era & Period
Contemporary/Modern (21st Century); reflects current Italian industrial jewelry design trends favoring high-reflectivity textures.
Age Estimate
Circa 2010s to present day; modern packaging and branding indicate recent production.
Cultural Significance
Represents the democratization of luxury jewelry, where high-tech Italian manufacturing allows for affordable, high-impact sterling silver fashion pieces.
Condition Notes
Excellent to Mint condition as shown in retail packaging; no visible tarnish or surface scratches on the facets.
Value Estimate
$45.00 - $85.00 USD (Retail/Department Store range); $20.00 - $35.00 (Secondary market/pawn value).
Care & Maintenance
Clean with warm soapy water and a soft cloth; avoid harsh immersion dips which can strip the rhodium; store in the provided Dyadema pouch to prevent scratching against other jewelry.
Similar Pieces
Tiffany & Co. Bead Bracelet (plain finish); Pandora Essence beads; various unbranded 925 Italian silver moon bead bracelets.
Interesting Facts
The Italian city of Vicenza, where many such pieces originate, is known as the 'City of Gold' and hosts one of the world's most important jewelry trade fairs.