Forged From Fire: William Henry Key Chains From its humble roots as a simple metal ring, the key chain has come far in its lifetime. With its unknown origins, its popularity soared with the advent of the automobile in the early 20th century. As cars became a symbolic representation of a man’s personality and beliefs, so did the keys that unlocked its doors. Now, the once purely functional apparatus has evolved itself to a greater purpose. More than a key holder or a luxury gift, the once simple key chain has become an extension of a man’s charisma and style. Forged from fire, the Touchstone is William Henry’s collection of exclusive and unique key chains for men. A masculine design of simple elegance, it displays a remarkably fine variation of metalwork, hand-braided leather lanyards and unique gemstones. Two central symbols lie at the heart of the each piece in the Touchstone collection: The Skull and The Dragon. ●
Skull Bead (Available in Bronze or Sterling Silver): The skull has been a symbol of many things to many people. A sign of repentance in Baroque paintings, a representation of loyalty in certain circles, a trophy for Germanic conquerors, a universal reminder of mortality, the skull has been an icon of man’s relation to his own humanity for hundreds of years. For William Henry, the skull’s interpretation is left to its carrier. In homage to individualism and free thought, the meaning of the Touchstone skull can only be divined by its beholder.
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Dragon Bead (Available in Bronze or Sterling Silver): A legendary creature of mythology, the dragon is a traditional representation of power and life. From the symbol of the emperor in ancient China, to the slaying of the dragon by St. George, the dragon’s place in humanity’s universal mythos is undeniably important. Breathing new vitality into the creature, William Henry’s sculpted dragon bead takes its influence from European and Eastern traditions, while forming a vision uniquely its own. Beyond the symbols of William Henry’s Touchstone collection are the materials and artistry which they are built upon: ●
Sculpted Sterling Silver and Bronze: Since the time of the ancients, metallurgy has brought on the engineering of bridges to bullet trains. Spanning cultures, history and civilization, this art form has rooted itself in man’s ascent and self-discovery. William Henry carries on this tradition by aligning themselves with skilled craftsmen who still believe in quality and artistry.
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Gemstones: Within the eyes of our skull beads, a set of precious stones have been placed, creating an ever-alluring emblem. From white topaz and black diamond, to
spessartite, the subtle luster of these gemstones evokes images of passion and exploration. Ethically sourced from mines around the word, each stone has been cut for maximum luminescence. ●
Leatherwork: Holding together the Touchstone key chains are black and brown genuine leather lanyards. Durably beautiful, strands of rich leather have been braided together to form a nearly indestructible support system for each individual skull and dragon bead. A simple reminder of “who you are,” the unobtrusive key chain is a subtle statement that makes a lasting impression. For more information on the Touchstone collection by William Henry, please visit them at www.williamhenry.com. Company Bio Since 1997, William Henry has been a luxury brand dedicated to bringing ground-breaking and functional designs in the world of men’s jewelry. The winner of the 2013 JCK Jeweler’s Choice Awards, its devotion to procuring exotic and state of the art materials has made it a unique voice in the industry. For more information, please visit them at www.williamhenry.com.