Since ancient times there has been a demand for all types of jewelry. In the ancient Roman days there was bronze and gold and other precious metals. Usually it represented ages past. Even then there was demands made by kings and queens. Sometimes people were put in great danger just to secure some of these fine pieces. We are fortunate today that we have trade and industry that can bring jewelry including tungsten wedding bands to us at moderate prices.
Ornamental pieces have been popular for centuries. The history of these pieces goes back to cultural times. Engravings were very much in and family logos. Sometimes families would have a special wedding dowry for their daughter. The very rich had some very exotic things handed down to each generation. Families took great pride for wealth was their status and wearing some of these great pins and brooches was evidence of that fact.
The way these precious metals were made was another way that dated it. Sometimes engravings from that time period or symbols on it would tell the history. The price of the jewelry would increase in value. The most precious stones made by jewelers in the ancient world mainly were garnets and pearls.
During the middle ages the invention of the wax seal became very popular with the kings and queens. Embedded with beautiful gemstones they were used to put their seal on important documents. Usually a man would wear one ring. Even in yesteryear the women wore more jewelry than men.
Today our love for precious stones with rings and bracelets are still evident everywhere you look. People love wearing it and everyone likes to receive it for gifts. We use it to show our love and appreciation. We have the opportunity to have traditional or contemporary. The choices are limitless. Whether going to a fancy ball or just having costume apparel it is a personal statement of who we are.
