Jewelry

Jewelry or jewellery refers to decorative items worn for personal adornment, such as brooches, rings, necklaces, earrings, pendants, bracelets, and cufflinks. Jewelry may be attached to the body or the clothes, and the term is restricted to durable ornaments, excluding flowers for example.

History[edit | edit source]

The history of jewelry is long and goes back several years, with many different uses among different cultures. It has endured for thousands of years and has provided various insights into how ancient cultures worked.

Types of Jewelry[edit | edit source]

There are several types of jewelry, each with its unique materials and designs. These types include:

Rings
Necklaces
Earrings
Bracelets
Brooches
Pendants
Cufflinks

Materials and methods[edit | edit source]

In creating jewelry, gemstones, coins, or other precious items are often used, and they are typically set into precious metals. Platinum alloys range from 900 (90% pure) to 950 (95.0% pure). The silver used in jewelry is usually sterling silver, or 92.5% fine silver.

Cultural variations[edit | edit source]

Jewelry has been made to adorn nearly every body part, from hairpins to toe rings. The patterns of wearing jewelry between the sexes, and by children and older people can vary greatly between cultures.

References[edit | edit source]

External links[edit | edit source]

Official website

Jewelry Resources
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