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"1773" Boston Tea Party Bracelet — Made by hand in New England

"1773" Boston Tea Party Bracelet — Made by hand in New England

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Updated on November 29: ONLY ONE LEFT and we expect this to sell out!

Restock dates are currently uncertain, so if you’re planning to gift this for the holidays, we highly recommend grabbing yours now.


Our original "1773" Boston Tea Party design for hard core history lovers, in a pewter medallion with a wire-wrapped bracelet. Made by hand in New England. 

"Absolutely amazing!! I love my bracelet!!

Very well made and perfect in every way." — Grace M.


Our bracelet has a nickel silver finish of mixed metals. It is not plated.  Instead, a lacquer coating is baked on over the metal.  Care instructions are included. 

In one size (7.5" bracelet with 7/8" medallion) and color (silver), with a hook and latch closure. 

Comes in a beautiful box and includes a small card with an historical account of the event along with a "1773" sticker.

This will be unique gift that will hold special meaning to anyone who loves history and the Revolutionary spirit and ideals that led to the founding of our nation.

Our original design is also available in a crew neck shirt  and a sticker.

 

History behind the design

"The Tea Act of 1773 gave the British East India Company a monopoly on tea sales in America.

On the evening of December 16th, 1773, Bostonians, following the lead of the Sons of Liberty and disguised as Narragansett or Mohawk Indians (sources disagree), boarded three ships and destroyed 342 chests of East India Company tea, which they dumped in the harbor.

The destruction of the tea was the final straw for Parliament and led to the Intolerable Acts of 1774. These closed the port of Boston, instituted a military government, quartered troops among the population, and allowed all British officials charged with a crime to stand trial in Great Britain instead of the Colonies.

Many years later George Hewes, a 31–year–old shoemaker and participant, recalled "We then were ordered by our commander to open the hatches and take out all the chests of tea and throw them overboard. And we immediately proceeded to execute his orders, first cutting and splitting the chests with our tomahawks, so as thoroughly to expose them to the effects of the water."

Shipping

Key dates for the 2024 holiday shopping season

For our regular merchandise. Does not include personalized items, signed books, or Rare Finds. See below for more information on these.
  • December 13 at 2 pm Eastern: Our recommended deadline for domestic Christmas delivery via USPS. While we can't guarantee delivery, regardless of carrier, our hope is that if you order by December 13, USPS will have be able to get orders to domestic addresses by Christmas. This date is more conservative than the date published by USPS. We want to be sure that everyone gets their gift in time.

  • December 19 at 2 pm Eastern: Orders for in-stock items (excluding Rare Finds) received by 2 pm Eastern Monday through Friday will ship the same day if you specify UPS 3 Day Select delivery.

  • December 23 at noon: The last day to ship orders before Christmas. If you want to have something shipped overnight, call Lee Wright at 469-233-7712 by noon Eastern to find out whether that's possible and the shipping charge.  

For  personalized items, signed books, or Rare Finds purchased after December 13

  • If you purchase a Rare Find item after December 13 and want it delivered by Christmas, contact Lee Wright as soon as you make your purchase to see what the options are.

 


For shipments to addresses within the U.S. (scroll down for International shipping) 

Flat-rate shipping: Regardless of the number of items you order, the shipping price for shirts, caps, unframed prints and posters, bracelets, lapel pins, pendants, and button packs is $5.95.

For hooded and crewneck sweatshirts, mugs, and blankets, the shipping cost is $8.95. 

Our flat rate shipping means you can add two or more t-shirts, sweatshirts, or caps for no additional shipping charge.

Note that some large or heavy items, including larger framed prints, may have a different shipping charge or a shipping surcharge. When they do, it will be noted on the product page.

 

Timing

We try to ship orders within three business days of receiving them. This applies to in-stock items. Framed items or items requiring personalization may take up to two weeks longer. If there is an extended delay, it will be noted on the product page.

We close for a week over Independence Day and Christmas. A notice will appear at the top of every page of the site in advance of this closure.

We ship most orders via USPS, so if the post office is closed, we won't be shipping orders that day.

If you need to receive your order by a certain date, such as to give as a gift or have for a trip, we recommend ordering at least two weeks in advance, especially if you are using USPS shipping. 

If you're looking for reliable, on-time deliveries, we strongly suggest upgrading to "UPS 3 Business Day Select Shipping."

Additional notes:

  • When fulfillment takes longer, such as around the Christmas holidays, we'll put up an announcement in the site and will list recommended shipping deadlines below.
  • If an item is out of stock, we will contact you.
  • If one of your items is an advance order, that will be noted on the product page along with an estimate of when it will ship. If that estimated date changes, the product page will be updated.

    Charges for shipping to destinations in the United States and to APO, DPO, and FPO addresses

    • Free shipping
      • On stickers, magnets, decals, patches, static clings, and individual button pins.

    • US Postal Service shipping - The least expensive, though also less reliable than UPS. (See more on UPS in the next section.) 

      • $5.95 for shirts, caps, unframed prints and posters, bracelets, lapel pins, pendants, button packs.

        Regardless of the number of items you order, the shipping price is still fixed at $5.95. Our flat rate shipping means you can add another t-shirt, cap, or book for no additional shipping charge.

      • $8.95 for hooded and crewneck sweatshirts, mugs, and blankets.

    We strongly recommend using UPS, especially in November and December.

      UPS 3 Business Day Select 

      Note: UPS 3 Business Day select is not available for addresses in Hawaii and Alaska. If UPS is selected for Hawaii or Alaska, the order will be shipped UPS Ground.

      Cut off time: Orders received by 8 am Eastern will ship the same business day.  Orders received after that time will ship the next business day. Applies to in-stock items that do not require personalization or signing. 
        UPS's normal (non-holiday) delivery guarantee is by the end of the third business day, and this includes delivery on Saturday.  This applies to the 48 contiguous states. 
          • $14.95 for shirts, caps, unframed prints and posters, bracelets, lapel pins, pendants, button packs.

          • $18.95 for hooded and crewneck sweatshirts, mugs, and blankets.

          • If the actual shipping cost is significantly higher than what we’re charging, we will contact you to discuss alternatives.

        • UPS Overnight (Next Business Day Delivery)
        Before placing your order, call 469-233-7712.

        For shipments to addresses outside the United States

        Destinations

        We only ship to locations that are served by US Postal Service International Service.

        Charges

        • Canada and Mexico

          • Rate starts at $40.00 for shirts, caps, unframed prints and posters, bracelets, lapel pins, pendants, button packs, hooded and crewneck sweatshirts, mugs, and blankets.
        • Rest of the World

          • Rates starts at $65.00.

        Additional charges for all destinations

        Some large, heavy items may have an additional shipping charge.  If that's the case, it will be noted on the product page.

        If the actual shipping cost is significantly higher than what we’re charging, we will contact you to discuss alternatives.

          All original designs are copyrighted by The History List

          All designs are copyrighted by The History List and the History Nerd text and design on t-shirts is a registered trademark. If you see a knock off, please let me know.

          Mission

          Your purchases support our mission to engage people with local history and to support historic sites and history organizations across the country.

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          Customer Reviews

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          Cindy Y.
          Very nice piece

          Fits my wrist nicely and looks good with the rest of my History List gear.

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          Erin G.
          1773 Bracelet

          I wear it every day. I love looking at it and thinking about our incredible history. I am an active person and it stays on my wrist without concern. I can put it on and take it off easily. I’m very happy that I made this purchase.

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          Kayster58
          Totally Gorgeous Bracelet!

          I am a history nut for sure and I love jewelry so when I saw this bracelet, I knew I had to have it. Merry Christmas to me! I cheated and opened it but am going to wrap it and put it under my tree but I had to peek. It is beautiful and fits perfectly and is so well made too. Being made in the USA makes it even more special. I just love this bracelet and what it means too. If you are undecided about this lovely thing, grab it is all I can say. Fast shipping too! I will order again from the History List!

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          Bliss C.
          perfect

          perfect

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          Molly G.
          The bracelet design is awesome!!

          I like the quality and the design of the bracelet is well done!!

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          Jody S.
          Unique Bracelet

          I love it. This is a comfortable and interesting bracelet. Fits a larger wrist perfectly. Easy to hook and unhook for wearing. The medallion is the focal point, but the wiring and bracelet is well made and cool looking. Bound to get some positive comments and inquiries about it. I didn't recieve my sticker.

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          Jane T.
          1773 Tea Party

          I love my bracelet. Not only for what it represents, but for the way it's made-especially "In the USA"! Now folks, it's time to make one with "2021" tea party on it. I'd buy it, both figuratively and literally!

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          Jennifer S.
          Very Happy

          The bracelet is great quality, perfect fit, and I am proud to wear it. I also really like the card that comes in the box with some history of the Boston Tea Party-a great added touch.