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The Charm of Charms

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This is simply a jewel of a book.

For any of us with wistful memories of our mother's magical charm bracelets (and the romantic stories associated with each tiny carved golden object) the lovely CHARM OF CHARMS brings it all back.

The stories are fascinating, the jewelers the best, and the history indispensable for those of us currently addicted to charms (and you'll find some of the best in these pages).

The beautiful people, the stunning photographs, and the luscious color make this a PERFECT HOLIDAY GIFT. They ship overnight!

I have mixed feelings about this book. As a coffee table book it is lovely and well done, but as a reference book it is lacking. I found it frustrating to find beautiful photographic portraits of people who happened to be wearing a charm bracelet in the picture, but no close-up of the bracelet itself:
- a cherished bracelet left behind by a 911 victim is briefly described, but we don't get to see it except as part of a portrait.
- a collector of 19 (!) silver charm bracelets is shown wearing them all at once in an indecipherable mass, and we are told she and her husband collect the charms during travels. I would have loved to see the bracelets closely, as a window on the owner's personality, and record of travels.

The book does have other good views of bracelets and lots of historical information. I am happy to have it, except for a few frustrations.

The Charm of Charms
Beautiful, beautiful book. Perfect for the lover of charm bracelets.

This book is filled with interesting information and beautiful photographs. It's perfect as a coffee table book as you'll want to look at it again and again.

This book is a must for those of us who love vintage jewelry and charm collecting. The photos are beautiful. It makes a wonderful gift or coffee table book.