From the ancient French joel, from the Vulgar Latin *iocāle 'relating to the game', associated with joie 'joy1' •13th century

Well it is very clear that jewels bring with them, by definition, joy. In a world of “never a joy” as a spirit animal, I believe we must be able to collect everything that gets us down from this cirque des ténèbres of bad luck .

But how and when were jewels born?

When jewels were born

Bronze Age:

The first reports of rings, necklaces, bracelets, trinkets and pendants date back to the Bronze Age, but it is not excluded that in previous eras there may have been some form of gadget that unfortunately has not reached us.

Ancient Rome:

The explosion of the aesthetic sense, deriving above all from Hellenic culture, meant that Ancient Rome shone in the production of jewellery, so much so that its use was attributed above all to the higher classes, including the military and priests.

Middle Ages:

It was during the Middle Ages, with the introduction of Christian canons, that the goldsmith's art entered into a crisis until it almost completely disappeared, only to return to favour in the Renaissance where it had its highest form and was elevated to the rank of a true art, also developing all the goldsmith's supply chains including artisan excellence.

The Psychology of Jewelry

So, to recap from the first men to today, the jewel has acquired a meaning, a value that is not only real with respect to the material used but also, above all, symbolic. Is it therefore comparable to all the other arts? No, there is a profound difference between the goldsmith's art and disciplines that are sisters to each other such as painting, music, sculpture or writing: a jewel is a work of art and clearly acquires a symbolic value as it is worn by the same user. Of course, you will say, even shoes and clothes, but the jewel is made to last as long as possible over time, often and willingly carrying with it a story, a tale made of emotions that are passed down. Just think of all the "crown jewels": their importance from the point of view of the raw material is obvious but perhaps what makes them even more priceless is the whole corollary of symbols that they communicated at the time and that they still communicate today. Who doesn't remember the image of the moment of the coronation of Elizabeth II, complete with crown and sceptre studded with precious stones and the whole ceremony that went with it?

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Each of us chooses to wear a jewel because it reflects his artistic taste, recognizes its “soul” and reconnects with it. This is especially true when you opt for personalized jewels , highly original or even unique pieces.

In modern psychology it emerges that the jewel becomes a "symbolic mediator" of what the person is or is becoming.

A clear example is the jewels that are given as gifts at certain moments in life or growth or the importance of passing down a family jewel from parent to child or even becoming a symbol of religious loyalty (rosary).

Which jewel to give and to whom?

Now that we have filled you with supermegagalacticincrediblewow information, let's get to the point, because we know that you are cultured people and you love these incredible tips and this phantom-historical news, but, well, the purpose of this article is to help you not to make a bad impression when you decide to give a jewel to someone.

What jewel to give to a friend?

Come on necklace . The necklace is a symbol of friendship and in general of feeling but it is not a tiamoveramente. In fact it is often a suitable gift for a parent or even for their own child if they are not in the phase in which they prefer gormiti, the play or barbie mermaid. Even the structure of the necklace recalls a rope (ready rhymes do you hear us?) which, by nature, is a symbol of a unique bond and connection.

Perfect gift for Sister or Brother?

The bracelet is perfect, better if personalized . By definition, the bracelet represents a deep feeling, it is given to someone with whom you have a very close and long-standing relationship.

Gift for girlfriend or boyfriend, husband or wife: Ring.

Nothing, this is easy, the ring . It is the symbol par excellence of love and commitment. So engaged couples who give rings to their respective partners, be careful: the rings must be closed! Never give one of those semi-open rings, the ring is the symbol of infinity if it is open it is not worth it (but above all if you choose to give a diamond ring, be aware of it, because that has a very precise meaning!)

A passepartout gift that works for everyone: earrings

Friends, relatives, acquaintances, cousins ​​or aunts of the first, second, third, fourth or thousandth degree , earrings are dedicated to you, the most versatile of all jewels. They are suitable for any occasion and you only have to pay attention to the workmanship. Simple earrings with pendants are better for girls/young people while the more important and elaborate ones for people of a more advanced age.