This vintage bracelet is crafted in 9ct yellow gold, featuring elongated oval and knot shaped links, with a maximum width of 9mm. The bracelet has a total length of 7.75” and is complemented with a heart shaped padlock with a safety chain, which can be unlocked by pushing the hasp down.
Material: 9ct Yellow Gold
Brand: Lewins Vintage
Style: Charm Bracelet
Clasp Design: Padlock with Safety Chain
Anniversary: Gold - 1st, 50th
Length: 7.75"
Weight: 16.32 grams
Condition: Very Good
Period: Vintage, Modern
Hallmark: The standard mark, “375”. The assay office mark of London. The date letter mark “B”, indicating circa 1976. The maker’s or sponsor's mark, is unknown.
Jewellery Odyssey:
Charms have been around since pre-historic civilisations, in the form of what was considered as a valuable material at the time, which was sacredly kept as a talisman or amulet. The concept of a charm bracelet, heightened at the beginning of the Victorian era, otherwise known as the romantic period. Queen Victoria was gifted a plain locket bracelet with a clasp by Prince Albert, which is later known to be adorned with nine different, coloured heart shaped, enamel lockets, each representing one of Victoria’s children with a lock of their hair placed inside. After Prince Albert’s death, mourning charm bracelets dominated the grand period and quickly removed the theme of sentiment and love, which was replaced with the notion of remembrance and souvenirs. Fast forward to the retro period, the on-set trend of charm bracelets saw a fresh revival, adorning the wrists of women, from all social backgrounds. The theme was unlimited and often illustrated the wearers identity such as: everyday items, animals, travel, novelties, sports, religion and discs with engraved dates or messages. A tapestry of charms were frequently collected and clustered together on one bracelet, serving as a timeline of the wearer’s life.
Bracelets:
For a more comfortable fit, the length of the bracelet may need altering. If you require the length to be shorter or longer, please let use know. You can either fill out the enquiry form below, or contact us directly. We will see if we can help to make any bespoke alterations for your request, or advise you further.
Jewellery Care Precautions:
Avoid direct contact with: perfume, lotions, skincare, hairspray / other chemicals. Remove, your jewellery: when showering, swimming (as both chlorine and saltwater will react with metals), washing your hands / using hand sanitisers, before going to bed or when participating in physical activities (going to the gym, exercising, gardening, housework etc….).
Beware, metals may tarnish over time due to oxygen contact and natural body oils. Prevent items from being exposed to moisture and direct sunlight, for long periods. Store jewellery in a dry place away from humidity, in a pouch/jewellery box and keep each piece separated from each other. Care, for your jewellery by cleaning with a soft dry cloth.
Yellow Gold:
Gold as an element, in its purest form will not tarnish, but gold used in jewellery has been alloyed with other metals, to increase durability. These metals have properties that when in contact with oxygen, chemicals, oils or other substances - will result in a surface tarnish or damage and corrosion. Even the pH level of you skin and the natural oils it produces, can tarnish your gold jewellery.
To prevent your gold jewellery from tarnishing or even disintegrating, avoid exposure to household chemicals, bleaches, toothpaste, baking soda and other cleaning abrasives. Wearing jewellery in places where perfumes, hairsprays, body lotions have been applied on your body, will increase tarnishing. Wear your jewellery after the products have been applied. To clean your gold jewellery, use a mild soap with warm water and dry with a soft cloth. For professional cleaning, our workshop can polish your jewellery back to life.
