Miner Cart Charm Sterling Silver | Coal Charm | Made in USA

A mining cart — the workhorse of underground tunnels — cast in .925 sterling silver, Made in USA. This 3D charm weighs 3.1 grams and measures 13/16" x 5/8", showing the ore cart on its rail tracks with handles at both ends.

The lost-wax casting process captures the cart's bucket, wheel assembly, and track rails in solid sterling silver. After casting at over 1,640 degrees, each piece goes through hours of hand-finishing — filed, sanded, and polished individually. Solid sterling has a weight that hollow alternatives simply cannot match.

Mine carts — also called ore cars or tram cars — have been hauling rock, ore, and coal out of mines since the 16th century. The combination of narrow-gauge rails and sturdy carts allowed miners to move heavy loads through tight underground passages that no other vehicle could navigate.

A great gift for mining history enthusiasts, gold rush fans, mineral collectors, or anyone with family roots in mining country. Comes with a sterling silver jump ring attached — add it to a charm bracelet or wear it as a pendant.