Vintage 2011 Links of London Graduation Bear Charm | Sterling Silver

A Charming Academic

This vintage charm, hallmarked LL 925 with a 2011 date letter, portrays a standing teddy bear proudly wearing a traditional graduation gown and mortarboard cap. In one paw, he clutches a rolled diploma tied with a red enamel ribbon — a perfect detail that adds colour, symbolism, and depth to the piece.

Vintage 2011 Links of London Graduation Bear Charm | Sterling Silver

It’s not just a pretty face — it’s a miniature tribute to every scholar’s journey.

Design Details That Tell a Story

• Material: Sterling silver
• Enamel Details: Black gown & mortarboard, red ribbon on diploma
• Dimensions: 18mm high (21mm incl. jump ring), 13mm wide, 7mm thick
• Hallmarks: Links of London three-ring logo, LL 925 with 2011 date
• Bail: 9mm × 7mm oval bail — fits bracelets and necklaces up to 5mm

Each detail was carefully considered to reflect the importance of the occasion — from the solemn black of the gown to the sparkle of sterling silver and the hopeful flash of red ribbon.

The Meaning Behind the Bear

Teddy bears are symbols of comfort, strength, and childhood memories. When dressed in graduation robes, the bear becomes a messenger of pride and possibility. For many, this charm is more than jewellery — it’s a memento of a chapter closed, and a future opened.

Vintage 2011 Links of London Graduation Bear Charm | Sterling Silver

As a gift, it speaks volumes without saying a word. As a keepsake, it endures long after the mortarboard has been tossed in the air.

A Collector’s Graduation Favourite

Produced during the later years of the brand, this 2011 charm is now considered vintage Links of London. Restored with professional care and offered with a silver split ring for Sweetie bracelet attachment, it holds a special place in the hearts of collectors and sentimental gifters alike.

Vintage 2011 Links of London Graduation Bear Charm | Sterling Silver

Whether you’re celebrating a loved one’s graduation, remembering your own proud walk across the stage, or collecting classic Links of London pieces, this bear stands tall.

Explore More from The Vault

This charming graduate lives among many other restored pieces in The Vault — our curated archive of original Links of London designs, cleaned and polished to be worn and loved once again.

Vintage 2011 Links of London Graduation Bear Charm | Sterling Silver

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