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Charms and charm bracelets: what they are and how to order them from Rajkot

Charms are small pendants that hang from a bracelet or necklace. Rajkot makers can cast or stamp charms and assemble charm bracelets, including your own designs.

· 4 min read · Creston & Co

A charm is a small decorative pendant, such as a heart, initial, star, evil eye or religious symbol, that hangs from a bracelet, necklace, anklet or bag. Yes, you can order charm bracelets from Rajkot. Makers can cast or stamp the charms, plate them, and assemble them on chains with a clasp, either in their own designs or yours.

How charms are made

Most charms are cast in brass or alloy from a rubber mould, or stamped from sheet metal with a die. Casting suits three-dimensional shapes with detail, while stamping suits flat, simple shapes in large volumes. Both are explained in our guide to casting, stamping and die-making.

Charms are then plated, and sometimes enamelled or set with small stones. A jump ring attaches each charm to the chain, and the strength of that small ring decides whether charms stay on.

Ways to order

  • Finished charm bracelets with a fixed set of charms.
  • Single-charm bracelets, popular for gifting and personalisation.
  • Loose charms in bulk, for your own assembly or for a build-your-own bracelet offer.
  • Initial or zodiac series, where one design comes in many versions.

Points to agree with the maker

  • Jump ring thickness and whether rings are soldered closed.
  • Plating colour match between charms, chain and clasp.
  • Edges smooth enough not to scratch skin or snag clothing.
  • Packing that keeps charms from tangling, such as one bracelet per bag.

What this means for a buyer

Charms are cheap to make once a mould exists, so a series of designs on one chain style is an efficient way to build a range. Creston & Co works for buyers only, for a fixed fee agreed in writing: we brief makers on your charm designs, check plating and jump rings and supervise packing. Book a free sourcing review.

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