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.

● 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.

● 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.