The Bracellum Charm (Pretzel)

Bracellum is Latin for "little arms" or a warm embrace, which translates perfectly to what I wanted the pretzel to stand for when I designed it. 

I sculpted the Bracellum charm as a tribute to the beautiful, messy reality of motherhood. To me, the twist of a pretzel is the perfect metaphor for a mom's embrace. It is that feeling of holding everything together even when life feels a little tangled.

I wanted to include this in the spring collection because it represents the way our lives as artists and mothers are so closely intertwined. It is a reminder of the strength it takes to balance it all and the way we weave our love into every single day. This piece has a nice, solid feel to it, just like the actual weight of those two boys I carry around with me. It is a little piece of recognition for the work you do and the love you give, polished up bright to be your new everyday staple.

Note: This listing is for the pendant only, allowing you to pair it with your favorite chain or a custom option from the shop.

The Details:

Material: Solid hand sculpted bronze .999 fine silver

Weight: 5g

Symbolism: A reminder of the strength and love in a mother’s embrace

Note from the Artist: Each piece is hand sculpted and fired to order in my Connecticut studio. Please allow 2-3 weeks for your piece to be crafted, polished and shipped.

A Note on Materials

This piece is available in two metals: bronze and .999 pure fine silver. Please note that each material has distinct characteristics and care requirements.

Fine Silver (.999): This variant is not rhodium plated or coated in any way. You are wearing solid, elemental metal exactly as it is. Fine silver is an elemental metal. It may tarnish, develop a patina, or react to your environment at a rate that differs from plated or sterling silver pieces. Factors such as skin chemistry, humidity, lotions, soaps, and airborne compounds all influence how the metal responds. This is a natural characteristic of pure silver, not a defect. Tarnish is easily removed at home using a polishing cloth, a baking soda paste, or a silver cleaning cream. Full care instructions for fine silver are available here.

Bronze: Bronze is a copper-based alloy that develops a natural patina over time. It may darken with wear, which many people find adds to its character. Regular polishing will restore its original warm tone. Full care instructions for bronze are available here.

If you are unfamiliar with the properties of .999 fine silver or bronze, please take a moment to research the materials before purchasing to confirm they are the right fit for you. By completing your purchase, you acknowledge that you understand these natural characteristics. Because each piece is made to order, please note that natural tarnishing and surface changes are not considered defects and are not covered under the custom order return policy. I am always happy to help with care questions at help@ingavaughn.com.