I've been working on this new blog to get ready for the Cattlemen's Ball, and I thought I'd drop in on the online auction to see how much the cowboy boots autographed by Bill Gates--and another pair with Warren Buffett's signature--were going for.
I've been working on this new blog to get ready for the Cattlemen's Ball, and I thought I'd drop in on the online auction to see how much the cowboy boots autographed by Bill Gates--and another pair with Warren Buffett's signature--were going for.
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Jade is the perfect pairing for these vintage charms from Japan.
The first charm is a Japanese fan decorated with images of Mt. Fuji and cherry blossoms. The second charm is a tiny turtle, a popular symbol in Japan. Turtles symbolize long life and security.
The bracelet has two strands. One is a simple string of jade beads and the other is a chain that I made using jade rondelles, sterling silver wire, and closed jump rings, which are also sterling.
This is a very popular design, but the first one I've made using jade.
The jade bracelet is 7 1/2 inches long and closes with a sterling toggle clasp. It will be for sale at the Cattlemen's Ball in Nebraska.
A note about Japan: I consider Japan to be my second home. I lived in Japan for a total of more than seven years and my older son is Japanese--I adopted him when he was seven months old. I also have a master's degree in Japanese language from the University of Hawaii at Manoa, so it's not surprising that I gravitate to all things Japanese.
THIS BRACELET IS SOLD. I WILL HAVE OTHER JADE BRACELETS FOR SALE SOON.
@ Jeanne Sather 2009.
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I've been having a great time searching--both in the real world and online--for very special charms to make jewelry to sell at the Cattlemen's Ball in Nebraska on June 5 and 6.
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I'm having fun searching for unique vintage charms to make my bracelets special. I rarely buy charms that aren't sterling silver, since almost all my jewelry is sterling.
Here are some of the ones I've found so far.
Silver 1920s Puffed Cat Charm
This little cat is hollow, which is why he is described as "puffed." He's tiny, just 6/8ths of an inch by 3/8ths of an inch, and is sterling silver. This one came from my favorite charm dealer in England and is in very good condition.
I think this cat has personality to spare, plus he has that lovely feel you only get with old silver. SORRY, NOT FOR SALE. I made a bracelet for my friend Monica with garnets and this cat.
Vintage 1910 Silver Rickshaw Charm
This tiny rickshaw is my favorite charm. It is Chinese export jewelry, meaning made in China for export, back in about 1910.
The charm is only 3/4 inch tall and 1" wide. It has a compartment in the back that opens and closes and the seat of the rickshaw has Chinese "touch" or maker's marks.
I'm working on a jade bracelet to show off the rickshaw. SORRY, NOT FOR SALE.
1960s Silverware Charm
This vintage charm is a knife, fork, and spoon, plus a tiny oval that says "guaranteed table-ware." Each utensil measures just 6/8th of an inch in length, and the charm is sterling silver. This one also comes from my favorite charm dealer in England.
A customer asked me to make her a necklace with this charm and rose quartz beads. I was happy with the results: Charming Necklace With Rose Quartz
Early 1900s Working Abacus
Hard to believe, but the beads on this tiny abacus actually move. I found this charm in an antique store in Seattle's Pioneer Square neighborhood, and it is really special. It's silver plate, not sterling, and is slightly warped, which I think adds to its charm.
Wear this on your wrist, and you won't need a calculator.
Jointed Brass Doll Charm
This late Victorian (@1890s) jointed brass doll is modeled after a wooden doll. It is a little over 1 inch in length and is jointed at the hips and shoulders. It may originally have been gold plated or gilded, but is now worn down to the brass.
I designed a bracelet to showcase this very special charm, one that combines brass and silver, with accents of copper as well. See the bracelet.
See also: More Special Charms
Contact me: jeanne.sather@gmail.com
@ Jeanne Sather 2009.
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Garnets were very popular in the Victorian era, so they seemed appropriate for this bracelet, which features a charm with portraits of Queen Victoria and her children.
I found this unique charm online, from a dealer in England.
It is a Victorian watch fob, made to celebrate Queen Victoria and her many children. Queen Victoria's portrait is in the center on one side, and her son and heir Prince Edward (later King Edward VII) and his wife are in the center on the reverse.
The surrounding portraits are of Victoria's many children. The charm dates to the late 1800s and is sterling silver and in excellent condition.
The bracelet is four strands of garnets of various sizes and shapes. It closes with a sterling silver toggle clasp.
Price: $140. THIS ONE IS SOLD.
I custom-fit all my bracelets, so be sure to send me your wrist measurement. I will make this bracelet either longer or shorter, if necessary, to be sure it fits properly.
@ Jeanne Sather 2009.
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Well, I've decided. I'm going to the ball. That's the Cattlemen's Ball in Nebraska, a cancer fund-raiser with the theme, "Give Cancer the Boot!" Dates are June 5 and 6.
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I found this sterling silver steer at an antique store in Seattle's Pioneer Square. It is circa 1940, and is nicely heavy. It was originally attached to a keychain, but I decided it was perfect for a bracelet.
The little steer is handmade, and he has lots of personality.
This one-of-a-kind bracelet has triple strands of sterling silver, turquoise, and chrysocolla (the small beads). It closes with a toggle clasp.
Price: WAS $180. NOW $100
As with all my jewelry, the price includes tax, shipping, and insurance to U.S. destinations.
Length: 7 1/2 inches.
Contact me: jeanne.sather@gmail.com
Photo: @ Monica Strasen 2009.
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@ Jeanne Sather 2009.
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This one-of-a-kind bracelet is sterling silver, turquoise, and chrysocolla (the small beads).
I found the sterling silver cowboy hat at an antique store in Seattle's Pioneer Square. It is circa 1940, and is nicely heavy.
It has that lovely feel that you only get with old silver.
Price: $160.
As with all my jewelry, the price includes tax, shipping, and insurance to U.S. destinations.
Length: 7 1/2 inches.
Contact me: jeanne.sather@gmail.com
@ Jeanne Sather 2009.
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Here's the bracelet I've donated to the auction at the Cattlemen's Ball in Nebraska.
It's handmade of sterling silver and turquoise, and the charm is quite special. It's a vintage (1960s) charm made by British charm maker Nuvo, and I bought it from a charm dealer in England. The little cowboy hat opens on a hinge, and there is a tiny cowboy riding a horse inside.
Perfect for the Cattlemen's Ball!
This bracelet will be sold during the auction, but I have other similar ones that I'll be selling at the General Store on Saturday, June 6.
The Cattlemen's Ball is a cancer fundraiser and has its own Web site: Cattlemen's Ball
This bracelet was sold during the auction at the Cattlemen's Ball, but I have a similar one for sale: Funky Vintage Cowboy Hat Charm Bracelet
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