No matter if it’s an earring, a pendant, or even a ring, symbolism has always been involved in the art of jewelry. However, there is a particular group of very common symbols that have a special meaning for those who own them. From religious symbols to traditional elements, all of them have an explanation, and you can see them below.

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The most common symbol of good luck, horseshoes, have always been included in jewelry to attract prosperity and success. In North America, it is very popular, however, its magical meaning comes from Europe, specifically Italy, Scandinavia and Britain. The horseshoe is related to the goddess Moon, a deity that always invokes protection for itself through this symbol.

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 The next popular symbol in the world of jewelry and precious items is the heart, symbol of love and union, femininity, and sensuality. The use of the heart as an important symbol comes from Ancient Egypt, because at that time they believed that mind and soul lived inside the heart. However, the reality is different, and this was due to the influence of the idealized romanticism during the Middle Ages.

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The cross. A universal symbol among Christians, which makes reference to where the Son of God on Earth died. The first record of its use among believers dates back to the third century. This symbol is used to proclaim faith and commitment to this religion, and it is used as a protective amulet.

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Another historical element that has always been used in jewelry is the ying and yang. It represents the balance, and it comes from Taoist philosophy, which establishes the union of good and evil, negative and positive, light and darkness, as prevailing factors within all that exists in the universe.

A common symbol in jewelry is the infinity symbol. It is related to boundless love or endless feelings for something or someone. While infinity was set as a mathematical symbol by John Wallis in 1656, Parmenides had already used it in the field of philosophy as a characteristic of the “Being”, which can be infinite and demarcated within a whole.

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No matter how people commonly wear jewelry, we cannot ignore the particular meaning of each symbol and the personal message behind its constant use, because it will become a part of you, an experience or a particular belief you want to share with those around you.

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