• Close-up of the Kōwhai Pod Sterling Silver Bangle on a white background, showing its softly curved, sculptural form and polished silver finish.
  • Silver and bronze kōwhai bangles stacked together on light grey surface
  • A bronze Kōwhai Pod bangle resting on a white surface, with a sculptural yellow kōwhai flower placed in the centre of the bangle.
  • Black and white photo of the Kōwhai Pod Sterling Silver Bangle being worn, highlighting its curved form and how it sits naturally on the wrist.
  • Silver and bronze Kōwhai Pod Bangles resting side by side on a light grey background, with soft light coming from the top right, highlighting their sculptural curves and polished finishes.
  • Kōwhai Pod Sterling Silver Bangle stacked with a mix of silver, gold, and bronze bangles and chains, showcasing its sculptural shape and versatility in a layered look.
  • Bronze bangle worn stacked with other warm-and cool toned jewellery in soft light
  • Side angle showing the pod shapes soldered into a continuous bangle form
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HerbertandWilks Jewellery

Kōwhai Pod Bangle

Kōwhai Pod Bangle

$430.00 NZD
$430.00 NZD
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Size (Internal Diameter of Bangle)

Shipping & Returns

Shipping: Free tracked shipping is included on all orders within Aotearoa New Zealand. Ready-made pieces are usually dispatched within 1–3 business days; made-to-order pieces will be sent within the timeframe discussed when the order is received. [Read more about Shipping
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Returns: Ready-made, unworn pieces can be exchanged or returned for store credit within one month of purchase for NZ orders, or two months for international orders. Made-to-order, customised, sale and resized pieces cannot be returned or exchanged. [Read more about Returns & Exchanges →]

Handmade in Mt Eden, Auckland


Every piece of HerbertandWilks jewellery is hand-sculpted, cast, and finished by Sally in her Mt Eden studio. By choosing handmade, you are supporting local craftsmanship and receiving a piece that carries the subtle, unique marks of the maker's hand—ensuring no two pieces are ever exactly the same.

Jewellery Care Guide

Sterling Silver: Gently polish with a soft jewellery cloth to maintain shine. Silver Care Guide →

Solid Gold (9ct, 14ct, 18ct): Solid gold will not tarnish or peel, but it can gather oils and dust. Soak in warm water with a drop of mild dish soap, then gently scrub with a soft toothbrush to restore its brilliance.

18ct Gold Plate: Avoid water, perfumes, and lotions to preserve the gold layer. Gold Plate Care Guide →

Bronze: Over time, bronze develops a unique vintage patina. Polish to restore brightness or leave to age naturally. Bronze Care Guide →

Gemstones: Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Avoid harsh chemicals or ultrasonic cleaners.
For more detailed tips, visit our Full Care & Sizing FAQ.

Botanical 🖤 Nature distilled in precious metals, textured, tactile, and alive

Hand-forged kōwhai pod bangle cast in sterling silver (925) or caramel bronze, polished by hand. A flowing, sculptural form drawn from the seed pods of Aotearoa's native kōwhai tree — undulating between 2.5mm and 5mm wide as the pod forms rise and fall around the wrist. Available in two internal diameters. Small batch production; if not in stock, allow 2–3 weeks for making.

Details

  • Material: Sterling silver (925) or silicon bronze
  • Finish: Polished
  • Width: 2.5mm–5mm (undulating — follows the pod form)
  • Profile: Softly rounded
  • Sizes: 65mm internal diameter / 68mm internal diameter
  • Process: Lost wax cast, hand-finished
  • Made in Mt Eden, Auckland, Aotearoa New Zealand

Sizing

Choose from two internal diameters:

Internal Diameter Fit Weight
65mm Closer fit 20.4g
68mm Looser fit 21.3g

Not sure which size to choose? Get in touch and I'll help you find the right fit.

Choose Your Finish

Sterling Silver (925) — NZD $430.00
Bright, polished, and classic. Sterling silver develops a gentle patina over time and polishes back to a high shine with a soft cloth.

Caramel Bronze — NZD $250.00
Warm, sculptural, and distinctive. Silicon bronze carries a rich caramel tone that deepens and evolves with wear — no two pieces age the same way.

Style & Inspiration

The kōwhai is one of those trees that marks time in Aotearoa — the yellow blooms arrive in spring, the tūī follow, and then the pods hang long and curved from the branches like quiet ornaments. This bangle begins there: with the pod form, translated into metal.

The shape undulates gently around your wrist — no hard edges, no flat planes. Just a soft, sculptural curve that catches light in motion. Solid enough to hold its own, light enough to reach for without thinking. Made to sit comfortably alone or to join a stack with ease.

It's a piece with a little bit of home in it. A wearable nod to something native and enduring — something you carry every time you wear it.

It also carries real material significance as a gift. The sterling silver version speaks directly to a 25th wedding anniversary — silver, handcrafted, and made to last. The caramel bronze speaks to the 8th and 19th wedding anniversaries. Both are pieces that hold meaning beyond the moment they're given.

Pairs beautifully with the Kōwhai Pod Drop Earrings for a considered botanical set.

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