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The appeal of gold jewelry is timeless, and charms have provided further enhancements to many beautiful pieces over the ages.  A gold bracelet displaying a variety of charms can be worn by a woman on many different occasions.  Gold charms come in a variety of popular shapes, such as hearts, keys, or crosses.  Many pieces have become treasured family heirlooms and are lovingly passed down through generations.

During the time of the Celts, charms and runes of precious metal were worn to keep away evil spirits.  There were other materials to be included later, like a rabbit’s foot that they believed would bless its wearer with long life or good luck.  The superstitious elements faded over the centuries, but people always seemed to love wearing gold jewelry.  Both the Egyptians and Incas used gold in a variety of artistic ways to decorate their buildings and their bodies.

During the 1950′s, gold charm bracelets turned into a full-blown fashion fad, and charms were avidly collected and proudly worn by the young girls of America along with the poodle skirt.  Their popularity faded for awhile in the 1960′s, but they made a dramatic come-back in the 1970′s.  Today, women who wear charm jewelry are making a fashion-savvy statement.  So heart charms and all types of heart jewelry are enjoying a renewed resurgence of popularity with women of all ages.

The more traditional type of charm jewelry that sells well today is a rounded bracelet, with charms clamped around the piece’s perimeter.  This gives the item a distinctively unique look because the tokens spin and jingle attractively.  An early design had links that attached to each other in point-to-point connections, looking “stretchy”.  A style that is currently selling well has links that are attached as loops.  The charms are then hooked into the loops.

A gold charm bracelet requires minimal maintenance, as is usually the case with most trendy jewelry. As needed, simply soak your piece in clean water that contains a teaspoon or so of gentle detergent.  Then wipe it off with a soft, clean cloth and your jewelry will look like new for years to come.

Care must be taken, however, when wiping off charms that have been enameled.  Rough wiping or rubbing could adversely affect the enamel coating.  In addition, refrain from using any harsh chemicals to clean the charms on your bracelet.  You need to protect painted charms from any potential damage.  Jewelry cleaners are recommended for cleaning the bracelet, because they will remove all accumulated residues of sweat and oil.

Gold charm jewelry is still one of the most desirable pieces of jewelry a woman can own. It will complement any type of ensemble with elegant style. With routine and proper maintenance, these treasures can be enjoyed for many years to come.