Lurex Cord Heart Bracelet

Name: Lurex Cord Heart Bracelet - Rose 14k gold-filled wire
Brand: Atelier Paulin
SKU: SKU1025-P36-S44-M6
Price: 105.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

Question 1

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14k gold-filled, also called Gold Filled 585/1000, is a legally defined term in English-language fine jewelry. It refers to a solid layer of 585/1000 gold bonded through heat or pressure onto a brass or bronze base. This technique gives it 50 to 100 times more gold than traditional gold plating, granting it the same properties as 585 gold wire: lasting shine and strong resistance over time. 14k gold-filled comes in two tones, yellow and rose, the latter being the one used on this bracelet. At Atelier Paulin, this material is hand-shaped in our Paris workshop, where the precious wire is worked in a single continuous strand rather than cut or hollowed out.

Question 2

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Yes. 14k gold-filled is water-resistant: unlike gold plating, it holds up to showers, pools, and the beach without deteriorating. No special daily care is needed, a soft cloth every so often is enough to keep its shine. The only precaution concerns intense physical activity or repeated handling, which is best avoided while wearing the piece, to protect the delicacy of the hand-shaped design. Well cared for, gold-filled jewelry keeps its shine for decades. That's one of the reasons this material is especially valued for a bracelet worn every day, without a second thought.

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This bracelet, like every piece from Atelier Paulin, comes with a one-year warranty from the date of purchase. There's one exception specific to 14k gold-filled: its shine is guaranteed for life, meaning the Maison stands behind its lasting quality well beyond the general warranty. This double assurance reflects the confidence we place in our hand-shaping process and the quality of the precious wire we use. For any questions about how this warranty applies, our customer service team is here to guide you through your specific situation.

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This bracelet is hand-shaped in our Paris workshop, where Atelier Paulin has worked precious wire since 2014. The process involves shaping a single continuous strand of precious metal, without hollowing or altering its surface: it's the exact opposite of the flat, carved approach used in industrial production. Once the shaping is complete, the entire piece is work-hardened, a cold-working technique that gives it shape memory and resilience. This artisan step, done after shaping rather than piece by piece on an assembly line, sets our approach apart from industrial techniques and gives each piece its distinctive lasting quality.

Question 5

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The cord used on this bracelet is a high-quality synthetic fiber, resistant to water and wear over time. This choice of material pairs everyday comfort with longevity, while complementing the gold-filled wire that forms the hand-shaped heart charm. This combination, technical cord paired with precious wire, is a signature detail across several of the workshop's designs, balancing a lightweight feel with the durability of the hand-shaped element. For any questions about caring for the cord specifically, our customer service team can advise based on how you wear it.

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Since this bracelet is hand-shaped in 14k gold-filled, its manufacturing time is 1 to 3 business days, not including shipping. This timeframe reflects the time the artisan needs to hand-shape the precious wire and then work-harden the entire piece, a step that gives it resilience. This piece-by-piece pace, characteristic of a Paris workshop founded in 2014, allows for careful hand-shaping rather than mass production. Shipping time is added on top of this manufacturing period.

Question 7

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Yes. The hand-shaped wire on this bracelet is reinforced with laser micro-welding, a technique that strengthens the piece's tension points. This step comes in addition to the work-hardening applied to the entire piece after shaping, and helps the bracelet hold up over time, especially at the areas most stressed during everyday wear. This two-step process, hand-shaping followed by reinforcement, reflects the care the workshop puts into every piece, well beyond simply assembling wire.

Question 8

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This depends entirely on whether the piece has been personalized or not. A non-personalized piece can be refunded or exchanged. However, a piece hand-shaped to order with a name or initial chosen by the customer cannot be returned, since it was made specifically to their request. To find out the exact terms that apply to your order and confirm which category your bracelet falls under, we invite you to contact our customer service team, who can guide you with the exact details of your order.

Question 9

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The difference comes down to the amount of gold applied to the base metal. 14k gold-filled, or Gold Filled 585/1000, contains 50 to 100 times more gold than traditional gold plating: the gold is bonded through heat or pressure as a solid layer onto a brass or bronze base, rather than as a thin electroplated coating. This difference in process explains why gold-filled jewelry keeps its shine for decades without special care and holds up to water, while traditional gold plating fades faster and needs to be kept away from moisture. It's this durability that led Atelier Paulin to choose gold-filled wire for its hand-shaped creations.

Question 10

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This bracelet is hand-shaped in our Paris workshop. Since 2014, Atelier Paulin has hand-shaped precious wire in this workshop, where each piece is made by an artisan working the wire in a single continuous strand. This choice to manufacture in Paris reflects our commitment to overseeing every step of the process, from hand-shaping to work-hardening to laser micro-weld reinforcement, rather than outsourcing production to an industrial line. This closeness to the artisan's hand is what defines every piece the Maison creates.

Question 11

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Yes, this is a service unique to Atelier Paulin: you can have your piece personalized directly at our Paris workshop, in about thirty minutes. This in-person service lets you watch the precious wire being hand-shaped and leave with your piece the same day, an experience no industrial workshop can offer, since our process shapes the wire rather than working on an already-flat surface. To arrange a workshop visit, we invite you to reach out to our customer service team, who can let you know about availability.

Question 12

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Yes. 14k gold-filled, as hand-shaped by Atelier Paulin, is only available in two tones: yellow and rose. We do not offer white gold-filled in our workshop. This limitation comes from the nature of the process itself, a layer of 585/1000 gold bonded onto a base metal, whose tone faithfully mirrors that of yellow or rose gold. For a white tone, you'd want to look at 18k gold, which is available in yellow, rose, and white, or sterling silver, whose bright white color offers a luminous alternative. Feel free to check the product page to confirm the exact tone offered on this specific style.

Question 13

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The cord used by Atelier Paulin is a high-quality synthetic fiber, chosen for its resistance to water and wear over time. It's designed to handle daily use without deteriorating quickly, making it a reliable support for the hand-shaped precious wire element. This durability means you can wear the bracelet without excessive worry about splashes or ambient humidity. As with any hand-shaped piece, we do recommend avoiding repeated rubbing or excessive tension, which could wear down the fiber faster over time. Simple care, kept away from harsh chemicals, helps it last longer.

Question 14

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We don't have specific information here on the adjustment system for this exact style, so we can't confirm it fits every wrist size without checking first. We invite you to check the product page for details on the clasp or adjustment system, or reach out to the workshop's customer service team, who can guide you based on your specific needs. What we can confirm is that every bracelet comes in a carefully presented gift box, a detail that makes it a lovely gift to receive, regardless of any uncertainty around final fit.

Question 15

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This depends on the precious wire material the bracelet is made of. If it's 14k gold-filled, no special precautions are needed day-to-day: it's water-resistant and can handle the shower, pool, or beach. The only exception is intense physical activity or repeated handling, where it's best to remove it to protect the delicacy of the hand-shaped design. If the material is sterling silver, the approach is different: this living metal naturally oxidizes on contact with water and sweat, so it's best to avoid the pool, shower, and sports while wearing this type of piece.

Question 16

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No. Every piece hand-shaped by Atelier Paulin, including this bracelet, starts from a single strand of precious metal, in one continuous piece. It's precisely this technique, shaping one continuous wire into a three-dimensional form, that sets our craftsmanship apart from working a design into an already-existing flat surface. This wire is then reinforced with laser micro-welding at tension points, a technique that strengthens the piece without altering its original continuity. The whole piece also undergoes work-hardening after shaping, a cold-working technique that gives it shape memory and lasting resilience.

Question 17

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We don't have Maison-verified guidance on continuous wear specific to this particular style, so we'd rather not offer unverified advice. What we can share are the general care principles by material: 14k gold-filled is water-resistant and holds up well to extended wear, while sterling silver needs more attention around constant moisture. For advice tailored to your daily routine and the exact material of this bracelet, the workshop's customer service team is your best resource, ready to help with this kind of personal question.

Question 18

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The heart motif and the hand-shaping process give this piece strong symbolic character, well-suited to many gifting occasions. Every piece hand-shaped by Atelier Paulin comes in a gift box, a presentation that naturally lends itself to a meaningful moment of giving. Without assuming any specific use not confirmed on the product page, we can say that the artisan approach, a precious wire hand-shaped in our Paris workshop founded in 2014, gives this type of jewelry a different kind of value than a mass-produced piece. For any questions about whether it fits a specific occasion, our customer service team is happy to advise.

Question 19

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Its lifespan depends directly on the precious wire material and the care given to it. 14k gold-filled, for instance, is designed to last for decades without special care, a simple soft cloth is enough to keep its shine, which is also the only component the Maison guarantees for life. Sterling silver, on the other hand, may develop natural, reversible oxidation over time, without affecting its quality, a wash with lukewarm soapy water is enough to restore its shine. In every case, the work-hardening applied after shaping gives the wire a shape memory that contributes to its resilience over time.

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