Vintage 14K Baby Shoes Charm

About This Charm:

Few things feel quite as sentimental as a tiny pair of baby shoes. Dating to approximately the 1960s, this 14K yellow gold charm is a sweet reminder of life’s earliest moments. Traces of its original bloomed gold finish remain, giving the pair a warm vintage character. A new split ring serves as the bail.

Bloomed gold is a historic surface treatment in which an acid wash was used to bring a thin layer of pure gold to the surface, creating a soft, velvety matte finish. Most commonly seen on Victorian and Edwardian jewelry, it can also be found on some vintage pieces. This delicate finish remains highly sought after by collectors today.

Condition:

This charm is in good vintage condition with areas of developing patina. The 14K split ring was newly added as a bail. A faint purity stamp remains visible on the soles. Some of the original bloomed gold finish remains, though it has faded in areas.

Details:

Materials: Tests as 14K. 

Dimensions: 12.2 mm x 7.2 mm x 5.8 mm (dimensions for one shoe)

Weight: 1.88 grams

Maker: Unknown

Era: Circa 1960s (approximate)

Chain/ribbon is not included.
Please note that when evaluated with alternate methods, including XRF, vintage, antique, and pre-owned jewelry may read slightly below the stated purity due to variations in alloy composition, manufacturing tolerances, the presence of other materials, solder, bloomed surfaces, or past repairs. This piece may read anywhere from 10K to 13.9K. All details, including weights and dimensions, are approximate. Item color may vary slightly from photos due to differences in lighting and screen settings. Any stated circa dates are based on stylistic and manufacturing characteristics and should be considered approximate.