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You're looking at a horn-shaped charm made of coral. Coral is formed from the hard skeletons of small marine creatures that live in colonies.  Some think that coral has protective qualities.  For this reason, coral has been used in things that babies touch, including rattles and teething rings.

We believe this piece is circa 1890.  This charm was initially worn on a watch chain, rather than on a bracelet.

Copyright © 2004-2005. Joanne & Bob Schwartz. All rights reserved.
Revised: 03/19/05.