Meri's Charm Bracelet

Meri's Charm Bracelet

"It may sound unlikely, but actually stumbling upon the fabulous Charmco website-while researching vintage jewelry, at the time a new passion—ignited my desire to build my own “bespoke" bracelet! As a journalist, I am drawn to the intimate storytelling aspect of these pieces. In my case, I started with a vintage Star of David and a small hamsa, both gifts from my husband that reflect the Jewish religion central to our family’s life. I added charms I had designed years ago and had made in Jerusalem to represent our commitment to Zionism, Jewish peoplehood and archaeology. I found my husband’s Phi Beta Kappa key from college and it seemed very 1950s to include (though we met at college in the 1980s and weren’t together until the 90s.) I discovered an old engine-turned heart among my late mother’s belongings. What I love best is that it contains a mysterious engraving on the back: “From R to J 12-21-58”. Who was R and what exactly happened on that date (when she was still in college; it was several years before she met my late father). Not even her college roommates have any idea! I’ll have to write a short story about that some day. Having grown up at the beach, I added a seashell; the vintage fish reminds me of a favorite necklace I wore as a child in the 70s; that’s also when I fell in love with Snoopy. My family gave me the challah since I bake it weekly for Shabbat; my husband was very excited to give me the King Charles Cavalier charm to represent our dog Leo, whom I really didn’t want but with whom I’m now obsessed. Perhaps the most meaningful of all is the vintage book with four pages, perfect for this proud MOF (mom-of-four); I had it engraved with my children’s names and dates-of-birth. Maybe one day, years from now, I’ll take the book apart so each of my kids can give their page to a daughter (or granddaughter) to start their own vintage charm bracelet. "

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Larger Engine Turned Diamond Heart 14K Gold Charm
Larger Engine Turned Diamond Heart 14K Gold Charm
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About This Piece:
The perfect gift for the woman who has your heart! This heavyset classic 14k gold heart features the deep lines of mid-century engine turned design that reflects light and gives charms that special dimensional quality. We added a diamond to make this heart even more precious! Engrave the back of this heart with a name, a date...
"Francesca" 14K Gold Charm Bracelet
. Original price: . Final price: $4,395.00
About This Piece:
A bracelet with a lot of 'curb' appeal! Our 14k gold "Francesca" bracelet is a bold, thick curb link chain composed of heavy semi-solid links. This luxurious rounded curb bracelet offers a buttery Italian patina and is finished with a box clasp and dual safety locks. 
Available in 14k yellow gold
Length: 7.5 inches
Link Specifications: 9.7mm...
Fish 14K Gold Charm
Fish 14K Gold Charm
. Original price: . Final price: $595.00
About This Piece:
Our 14k fish charm has movable scales and shimmies like the real mccoy. Fish symbolize abundance, fertility, prosperity and faith. The fish is also the zodiac sign for Pisces, the astrological sign for those born between February 18- March 20th.
• Fish charm
• Features movable scales
• Available in 14k yellow gold, white gold or...
Diamond Hamsa 14K Gold Charm
Diamond Hamsa 14K Gold Charm
. Original price: . Final price: $425.00
About This Piece:
A hamsa or the opened right hand protects it's wearer against the evil eye; this 14k and diamond encrusted amulet is a popular symbol of blessings, power and strength in many parts of the world.
• Hamsa Hand with Diamonds charm
• .15 carat Diamonds
• Available in 14k yellow gold
• Dimensions: 7/16" h x 3/8"...
Diamond Star of David 14k Gold Charm
Diamond Star of David 14k Gold Charm
. Original price: . Final price: $450.00
About This Piece :
This diamond set 14k Star of David, known in Hebrew as the Shield of David or Magen David, is a generally recognized symbol of modern Jewish identity and Judaism.
• Jewish Star of David charm
• Set with .17 carat Diamonds
• Available in 14k yellow gold
• Dimensions 5/8" h x 1/2" w
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