This vintage Links of London gardening tools charm is formed as a miniature hand fork and hand spade in sterling silver, suspended together as a paired charm. Each tool is modelled separately, giving the piece a little movement and allowing the fork and spade to read clearly as individual forms rather than as a single flat motif. The design is simple and immediately recognisable, with the proportions of each tool neatly reduced into charm scale.
The hand fork measures approximately 17mm in length, 5mm in width and 2mm in thickness, while the hand spade measures approximately 18mm in length, 6mm in width and 2mm in thickness. The charm is fitted with the standard Links of London oval bail, measuring approximately 9mm by 7mm, which will take a necklace or bracelet up to approximately 5mm wide. Supplied with a split ring, it can also be attached to a Sweetie bracelet.
This example is hallmarked LL and 925 and carries a date letter for 2008. The silver has been professionally cleaned and polished and remains in good vintage condition. The surfaces present well, while the separate construction of the two tools preserves the lightness and character of the original design.
As a charm, the piece sits comfortably within the more characterful side of Links of London design, taking a familiar everyday subject and translating it into a small, wearable silver object. The result is both playful and controlled, with the paired fork and spade giving the charm a distinct identity without overcomplicating the form.
Key Features
- Vintage Links of London gardening tools charm
- Sterling silver
- Hallmarked LL and 925
- Date letter for 2008
- Separate hand fork and hand spade design
- Hand fork approximately 17mm x 5mm x 2mm
- Hand spade approximately 18mm x 6mm x 2mm
- Standard Links of London oval bail approximately 9mm x 7mm
- Suitable for a necklace or bracelet up to approximately 5mm wide
- Supplied with split ring for Sweetie attachment
- Professionally cleaned and polished
- Good vintage condition
FAQ
- What is this charm made from?
This charm is made from sterling silver.
- Is it hallmarked?
Yes. It is hallmarked LL and 925 and carries a date letter for 2008.
- What are the measurements?
The hand fork measures approximately 17mm long, 5mm wide and 2mm thick. The hand spade measures approximately 18mm long, 6mm wide and 2mm thick.
- Will it fit a bracelet or necklace?
Yes. The standard Links of London oval bail measures approximately 9mm by 7mm and will take a necklace or bracelet up to approximately 5mm wide.
- Can it be attached to a Sweetie bracelet?
Yes. It is supplied with a split ring for Sweetie attachment.
- What condition is it in?
It has been professionally cleaned and polished and remains in good vintage condition.
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