Charm bracelets were worn by girls and women during the eras of the 1950s and 1970s and they are back once again. Little girls swoon over these items in the jewelry store almost as much as do grown women. This jewelry allows the wearer to show the hobbies, interests, occupations, and other traits simply by wearing some charms.
The charms hook onto a bracelet that is created using open links. Traditional links are round, square, or rectangular but many stores sell unique heart or knot links, or even link clusters. The more ornate bracelet is itself a conversation piece due to its level of detail in design and accenting. The item does not even need any charms to get some observer compliments. This allows the wearer to slowly add charms while still wearing a classy piece of jewelry.
The bracelet is made from different types of metals such as sterling silver, gold plate, 10-karat or 14-karat yellow gold, or 14-karat white gold. Whether it is yellow or white gold, the 14-karat variety will usually be the most costly. If the woman or girl prefers sterling silver, the cost will be much cheaper. A silver bracelet is priced low enough to make an inexpensive, yet beautiful, gift for family or friends.
The bracelet includes a clasp, often of the toggle or lobster style. The lobster clasp is the classic type and requires that the wearer pull a lever to open a loop for securing the ring from the other end of the jewelry. Toggle clasps are the more contemporary style and use a bar and ring. The bar is put in the ring to secure the jewelry on the wrist. Those who prefer jewelry that is easier to close should look for magnet and screw-on clasps. These often feature an additional closure for securing purposes should the clasp come undone.
There are various bracelet sizes and widths, allowing the wearer to further customize the look. The skinniest versions are around 3.5mm wide and the widest are usually about 8mm in width. The length usually ranges between seven and eight inches, though smaller sizes can be found for children.
Charm bracelets make a statement whether they are made from sterling silver, white gold, yellow gold, or are gold plated. The various lengths, widths, and styles provide ladies or young women with additional options when searching for their ideal look. The amount of customization choices is many and the decision regarding which charms to select is yet to come!
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