Charm jewelry is more than just a stylish accessory—it’s a piece of history that dates back to ancient times when people wore amulets and talismans for protection and good fortune.

Charms have a timeless allure, rooted in ancient traditions. From the Neolithic Period, when symbolic charms made of wood, shells, and bones adorned leather bracelets, to the Victorian Era when Queen Victoria wore gold lockets containing personal mementos and set the stage for the charm jewelry we cherish today.

Over the centuries, charm jewelry has evolved from simple protective symbols to intricate pieces that tell deeply personal stories. Today, it continues to be a beloved way to commemorate and celebrate life’s special moments.

Charm bracelet with Dune Jewelry's Collectible Travel Treasure charms.
Charm bracelet featuring the Red Bottom Shoe, Sphynx Cat, Customizable Sunglasses, and Customizable Round Charm.

Collectible Travel Treasures™ x Captain Kate Collection

Charms have sentimental value, especially when they hold memories of your travels around the world.

The Collectible Travel Treasures™ collection was created precisely for this, to help celebrate the globetrotter in you. Our charms are designed to keep your adventures close to your heart.

Each design is crafted from certified recycled .925 sterling silver and 14k gold vermeil, making them not only beautiful but also environmentally conscious.

They fit perfectly on our charm bracelets, necklaces, and earrings, allowing you to create a customizable piece that reflects your unique journey.

Captain Kate collection with Dune Jewelry featuring her travel treasure charms.
Captain Kate x Dune Jewelry.

Did you know? The Collectible Travel Treasures™ collection is made in collaboration with Captain Kate, America’s first female cruise ship captain! Read more about Captain Kate here.

Styling Your Travel Treasures: Our Team’s Advice

To help you style your travel treasure charms, we’ve gathered our team’s best styling advice. Pick the perfect charm to keep your travels alive be following these tips.

Travel Treasure Charms, collect your travel memories on a silver charm bracelet.
Bracelet stack featuring the Simple Charm Bracelet with a Customizable Round Charm, Salmon Charm, and Cape Cod Script Charm, and the Charm Bracelet with the Baroque Pearl and Teardrop Charm.

1. Create a Focal Point

Use a charm holder necklace to showcase your favorite travel memories. Maggie suggests pairing charms like the Inverted Teardrop with sand and the Palm Tree to capture the essence of tropical adventures.

2. Theme Your Charms

Organize your charms by destination or theme, like Ally does with her Alaska and Aruba-themed charms. This method creates a cohesive and personalized travel narrative.

3. Layer on a Paperclip Chain

“Multiple charms on one paperclip chain!” Follow Holly’s lead and layer several charms on a single paperclip chain for a dynamic and versatile look. Mix and match charms that hold personal significance such as the Evil Eye Charm.

At Dune, we love a good #Neckmess! Featured here is the Captain Kate collection with Travel Treasures by Captain Kate in 14k gold vermeil.

4. Embrace a #Neckmess

For a bold look, layer several charms on a Figaro chain like Lauren. Combine gorgeous gold vermeil charms with vibrant enamel colors, such as in the Alpenglow charm.

Her advice is to “start with one story you want to tell with jewelry, and then keep expanding your collection from there.”

5. Stack with Versatility

Stack charms on different chains or even on the Huggie Hoop Earrings. Sarah loves mixing vermeil charms on multiple chains for a varied and stylish look.

6. Make it personal

Take a cue from Kate and use a charm holder necklace to represent different aspects of your life. Add sand from your hometown and shells from your favorite travel destination, or go for symbolic charms such as keys that “represent the wonderful opportunities you’ve had along the way and the opening of new doors.”

Pair it with matching charm holder earrings for a complete set that tells your story from past to present. All sterling silver, of course!

Kate's Travel Treasures Necklace, charm jewelry and charm necklaces available at Dune Jewelry for your travel memories.
Customizable Teardrop Charm, Customizable Sun Ray Tag Charm, Key Charm, and the Turquoise Globe Charm on the Charm Holder Necklace in silver.

Meet Your Charm Match: Pick the Perfect Accessory for Your Charm Jewelry  

Now that you know just how to style our travel treasure charm jewelry, you may still be wondering how to pick your perfect charm. Based on your travel persona, we’ve created a fun and easy way for you to choose the charm that best suits you.

Gold paperclip chain and other chains featuring travel treasure charms.
Cosmos Necklace by Camille Kostek and Sphynx Cat Charm on the Paperclip Chain.

The Jetsetter

Charm: Airplane Charm

For those who love to explore new horizons, our Airplane Charm is a perfect companion. It symbolizes the excitement of travel and the endless possibilities the world has to offer.

The Beachcomber

Charm: Starfish Charm

If your heart belongs to the ocean, the Starfish Charm is your ideal match. It embodies the serenity and beauty of seaside escapes, reminding you of sun-soaked days and sandy shores.

The Fashionista

Charm: Red Bottom Shoe Charm

For the style-savvy traveler, the Red Bottom Shoe Charm represents elegance and confidence. Inspired by iconic fashion, it adds a touch of sophistication to your collection.

Travel Treasure charm collection, perfect for capturing travel memories into charm bracelets, charm necklaces, and charm earrings.
There’s a charm for everyone. Explore the collection and meet your match.

The Memory Keeper

Charm: Customizable Camera Charm

Capture every moment with the Customizable Camera Charm. It’s perfect for those who love to document their travels and treasure their memories.

Travel treasure charms, charm necklaces by Captain Kate and Dune Jewelry.
Sterling silver Travel Treasures by Captain Kate.

Wear Your Wanderlust

At Dune Jewelry, we believe in celebrating the wanderer in you. Our Travel Treasures are more than just charms; they are keepsakes that hold the stories of your adventures around the world.

Whether you’re reminiscing about a tropical getaway with our Palm Tree Charm or commemorating a special trip with the Customizable Camera Charm, our designs allow you to carry your travel memories wherever you go.

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