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Definition of the Word Charm
The definition of the word Charm speaks volumns to those of us who are captivated by them:
The power or quality of pleasing or delighting. A small object worn or kept for supposed magical powers or protection.
The Tradition Behind Charm Bracelets
Although of late the wearing of Charm Bracelets has become another fashion statement, with their popularity heightened by the fashion conscious amongst us, the wearing of charms and amulets has actually been around for many hundreds of years.
Thought to have begun with the Ancient Egyptians, such jewellery was valued not only for its beauty, but also for the protection it provided. Amuletsbelieved to be magical symbols were collected from a very early age and upon death, this jewellery wouldbe buried with them to offerprotection in the afterlife.
Unfortunately, charm bracelets today do not offer the promise of such protection, however, the tradition and meaning behind each individual charm still holds huge significance to the wearer. Each charm is representative of memories or major milestones along lifes journey and each charm bracelet is as unique and individual as its wearer.
With the vast variety of sterling silver charmsavailable to us today, we not only have the ability of creating a fashionable piece of jewellery,we also have the abilityto create a meaningful keepsake that can be passed down from generation to generation. The value of such a piece not only lies with its intrinsic value but more importantly its sentimental value.
