Glass Orb Charm Appraisal

Silver-Toned Charm Bracelet with Ladybug and Glass Orb Charms

This is a vintage-style charm bracelet, likely crafted from sterling silver or a silver-toned metal, given its polished, slightly tarnished appearance. The bracelet features a sturdy rolo or cable link chain, indicating good durability. Several charms are attached to the links. These include at least five distinct ladybug charms, each intricately detailed with raised dots and segments on their bodies, giving them a tactile quality. The ladybugs vary slightly in size, suggesting they may have been added over time or are part of a deliberately varied set. Additionally, there are three prominent spherical charms. Two of these are solid, highly polished silver-toned beads, with subtle surface scratches visible, consistent with wear. The third, and most unique, is a clear or lightly frosted glass orb, possibly Murano glass as per context, encased in a simple, wire-wrap setting of the same silver-toned metal. This glass orb appears to have internal striations or inclusions, adding to its visual interest and suggesting a handmade quality. The overall condition shows signs of age and regular use, with some light scratching and a developing patina on the metalwork, particularly within the crevices of the ladybug charms, which adds to its antique charm rather than detracting from it. There are no immediately visible breaks or significant damage. The clasp is not clearly visible, but the chain links appear robust. The craftsmanship, particularly of the detailed ladybug charms and the wire-wrapped glass bead, suggests moderate to good quality for a costume or semi-fine jewelry piece. The style is reminiscent of early to mid-20th-century charm bracelets, possibly making its estimated age from the 1950s to 1980s.