Classic Butterfly Charm - Silver Stainless Steel - 17x13.5mm
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Classic Butterfly Charm - Silver Stainless Steel - 17x13.5mm
A Butterfly with Nothing Added
Four wings, gently domed, in polished silver-tone stainless steel. No stones, no enamel, no engraving - just a clean raised outline tracing the edge of each wing and a soft groove down the middle where the body sits.
It is the plainest butterfly we make, and that is the point. The whole surface is mirror-polished, so it picks up light and moves with it. At 2.72g it has real weight for its size and hangs with a satisfying steadiness rather than fluttering about.
| Material | Silver-tone stainless steel |
| Size | 17mm wide x 13.5mm tall x 3mm thick |
| Weight | 2.72g |
| Finish | Domed and mirror-polished, no stones |
| Detail | Smooth back, suitable for engraving. Slightly magnetic |
Choose Charm only to add it to a bracelet you already own. Charm + Clasp adds a small lobster clasp so it clips straight on - no pliers, no open links - and it works just as well on a bag, a zip pull, a keyring or a watch strap. Charm + Gold Chain or Charm + Silver Chain pairs it with our Gold or Silver Paperclip Chain Bracelet - fine-gauge stainless steel, adjustable from 16cm to 20cm. Bought as a set they cost 30% less than buying separately. Prefer to choose your own base? Build the whole stack at JewelBuild™.
The Greeks used one word, psyche, for both the butterfly and the soul - and carved butterflies onto tombs long before anyone wrote down why. The reason is in the creature itself: it does not grow up, it dissolves and rebuilds. Almost every culture that met it reached the same conclusion independently, which is rare for a symbol. It is worn for a person who is not who they were a year ago, and for remembering someone who is gone. A quiet gift for her after a hard year. More motif meanings at JewelMotif™
The reverse is a smooth polished panel, which makes it one of the easiest charms in the range to have engraved - a date, initials, a single word. With no stones and no enamel there is nothing to work loose, so it only needs a wipe with a soft dry cloth to bring the shine back. Full guidance at our Steel Care Card and the JewelCare™ hub.
FAQs
1. Can it be engraved? Yes - the back is a smooth polished panel with room for initials or a short date.
2. Are there any stones? None. This is the plain version, all polished metal.
3. Will the silver tone tarnish? No. This is stainless steel, not sterling silver - it will not tarnish, rust or turn skin green.
4. Will it fit my bracelet? The jump ring fits any standard link bracelet. If yours has no open link, choose Charm + Clasp.
5. Does it arrive gift-ready? Yes - every order is packed to give. See JewelGift™.
How to Style the Classic Butterfly
Plain pieces are what stop a charm bracelet looking busy. Put this between two crystal-set charms and it gives the eye somewhere to rest. It also works as the only charm on a chain if you want something understated. Hang it on a FortunaLink™ bracelet, browse the whole MiniCharm™ range, or start your stack at JewelBuild™.
PROS: Waterproof, Durable, Hypoallergenic, Adjustable‑friendly, Everyday‑ready
CONS: Not precious metal, Heavier feel, Industrial tone, Closed rings cannot resize
- Weight: Varies by design
- Authenticity: Non‑precious metal
- Quality Check: Material verified
- Tested: Non‑magnetic grade check
- Gift‑Ready: Perfect for gifting
- Care Free: Jewellery cleaning cloth included
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🎁 Perfect Gift For:
Birthdays · Anniversaries · Valentine's Day Every order includes a free JewelHub gift pouch — ready to give straight from the box.
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Caring for Your Stainless Steel Piece
316L stainless steel is built for everyday life. Tarnish-resistant, hypoallergenic, and water-safe — it requires very little maintenance to stay looking its best.
| Daily wear | Safe for showering, exercise, and everyday use |
| Cleaning | Soft damp cloth — mild soap if needed, rinse and dry |
| Storage | Keep in your JewelHub pouch when not wearing |
| Avoid | Bleach, chlorine pools, perfume directly on the piece |
