Joden Girl
Baubles, Bling and Curious Things
Collecting charms has been a popular trend at different periods of time for centuries, although the 1950’s and 60’s were easily the biggest surge for these mementos. Over the past couple of years, vintage charms have become highly collectible. Whether worn singly on a chain, clustered on a charm holder, or displayed on a bracelet – these whimsically inspired darlings are tough to resist. Much like a visual diary, charm compilations detail the life story of the wearer.
Some choose to mark their travels with destination souvenir charms. Others note momentous occasions like birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, first homes, marriage, children… the list is endless. Some simply choose charms that suit their fancy – vintage, modern and everything in between. With yellow gold topping everyone’s Christmas list this year, I have debated over this week’s featured piece for awhile. A white gold charm bracelet is a rarity to find, and one decorated like this one, even more unusual.
I have mixed feelings about it… part of me thinks that it’s absolutely adorable while another part of me thinks it’s a bit odd. Made from 14-karat white gold, this dainty rolo-link bracelet measures 7.25 inches in length. It showcases a trio of gem-set charms… a Granny Smith apple, a ripe strawberry and a pod of Concord grapes. Sparkling with the brilliance of tsavorite, garnets, sapphires and diamonds, each petite fruit is exceptionally well made. The set-up of the bracelet is thoughtful with the charms hanging properly. But still, I’m on the fence. Is it cute, is it bizarre, or perhaps both?
While the bracelet is complete and very wearable as is, the possibility of adding more charms is certainly there. It could be personalized with additional gemstone and/or diamond dangles. Two-tone or yellow gold trinkets could add versatility. Enjoy it just the way it is or make it your own. Moderately priced at $2,200.00 AND available on the website, I can’t wait to hear what you think. Is this bracelet fantastically fruity, or a fruity-licious flop? Is it hot, or not?
“You can go to a museum and look, or come to us and touch.”
Written by Carrie Martin
Photos by Dana Jerpe
