Heart of the Bridge

Keep San Francisco close with Heart of the Bridge, a heart-shaped keepsake handcrafted in San Francisco from authentic Golden Gate Bridge pedestrian handrail steel. Its compact size makes the historic material easy to display.

The historic steel comes from the Golden Gate Bridge's original pedestrian handrail, installed in 1937 and removed in 1993.

A magnet and peel-and-stick adhesive on the back offer ways to display the heart on metal or non-metal surfaces. The front magnetic tag identifies the steel's connection to the bridge, making it a thoughtful souvenir or small anniversary gift.

Details and specifications

• Approximate dimensions: 2.5 × 3 inches.
• Approximate weight: 5 oz.
• Finish: patina or International Orange.
• Front magnetic tag: “Piece of the Golden Gate Bridge 1937–1993”.
• Back: magnet and peel-and-stick adhesive.

Historic material and character

Originally produced by Bethlehem Steel in Pennsylvania, the steel spent 56 years on the bridge. Natural variations in weathering and surface texture give each piece its own character.