Charm

Charm

Object name: Charm
Date: 1910
Dimensions:
25 x 20 x 5 mm
Medium: Tin
Where associated:
Object number: LDCUM1916.001.071
DescriptionHeart-shaped charm made from two sheets of tin. It has a smooth surface with no decoration.

Heart charms were worn commonly in East London to preserve good health or occasionally as love charms. This specimen was obtained from hawkers in Whitechapel at the price of one penny.