Cowboy boot sterling silver bead charm .925 Cowgirl boots charms

A great charm of a Western style boot on a bead fitting. Saddle up for a little Western spirit with this sterling silver boot charm. It’s a tribute to the most famous footwear of the American frontier, and it’s equally at home with cowgirls and cowboys. The Western boot was born on the open range after the American Civil War, when huge herds of cattle were driven hundreds of miles to the railheads. Working cowhands needed something tougher than ordinary shoes, so local bootmakers designed a boot around life on horseback. A narrow toe guided the foot into the stirrup. A raised heel locked it safely in place. Tall leather uppers protected shins and calves from scrub, spurs and snake bites. The boots had no laces, so a rider could slip free in a fall instead of being caught up and dragged. The elaborate stitching that decorates many boots today first began as a practical way to stiffen the leather. Over the years the working boot became a fashion statement. Silver-screen cowboys made it famous in classic westerns, and country singers, rodeo stars and line-dancing fans took it around the world. Modern boots come in every style imaginable, from plain hardworking leather to dazzling hand-tooled designs. Crafted in solid 925 sterling silver, this boot charm is a playful gift for riders, ranch lovers, line dancers and country music fans alike. It’s a lovely memento of a holiday in the American West, a trip to Nashville, a first rodeo or a barn dance. Add it to a charm bracelet and bring a touch of cowboy cool wherever you wander.