Bear Charm Appraisal

Bear Paw Charm Leather Cord Bracelet

This item is a bracelet featuring a central metal charm with an embossed bear paw print, flanked by a series of four crescent-shaped metal links on each side, for a total of nine metal elements. The central bear paw charm is circular with a raised, darkened outline of a bear paw and claws against a lighter, brushed metal background. The crescent links gradually decrease in size towards the ends of the charm assembly. All metal components appear to be made of a non-precious white metal, possibly pewter or a silver-plated alloy, exhibiting a matte or brushed finish with some signs of surface wear and light scratching consistent with use. The metal elements are strung onto two parallel strands of what appears to be braided or rounded brown leather cord. The cord is a medium-brown color, showing significant signs of wear, fraying, and darkening in areas, suggesting it is well-used and, in some places, possibly dried and cracked. The bracelet is secured by a simple hook-and-eye style clasp, possibly also crafted from the same white metal as the charms, and an end cap that secures the cords on one side. The overall aesthetic suggests a rustic, possibly Southwestern or Native American-inspired design. The craftsmanship appears to be folk art or mass-produced, with no discernible maker's marks visible in the images. The aged appearance of the leather and metal suggests an estimated age of mid-to-late 20th century or early 21st century.