Sterling Silver / .925 Vintage Charm Bracelet - 13.3g
Double curb link design, the inner loops are twisted where as the outer loop is smooth. Good but imperfect vintage condition: some loops are slightly flattened and/or misshaped. Discolouration on the back of the clasp. Price reflects. Box clasp in excellent working condition with safety chain.
Hallmarked "STER AM" and 'PAT. 3308517"
Measures 8"/21cm clasped, 8.37"/21.8cm total. Loops .75"/1.1cm wide.
Charm bracelets originate from
Victorian England, another fashion popularized by non other than Queen Victoria who was known for wearing charm bracelets during her reign. Lockets were often worn on charm bracelets, in addition to collected coins. The most highly collectible (and fun!) were "mechanical charms", those with movable parts.
In the 19th century, charms were used to express one's personality, thus collecting charms representative of interests, hobbies and milestones. The fashion persists today, with vintage and contemporary options - but the vintage pieces have much more charm.
