Jewellery
By Latisha Brazer
Jewelery comprises ornamental objects, usually made with precious metals and gems, worn by people. Costume jewelry is made of less valuable materials. However, jewelery can be fashioned from almost any kind of material. Jewelry in various forms has been worn by both genders in practically every human culture, on every inhabited continent.

Many cultures place a very high value upon the jewelry they own. It can be symbolic too such as wearing wedding rings tells everyone your married, wearing a cross tell other what religion you are. Jewelry is also associated with power and wealth. Kings, queens, princes and princess, all adorn themselves with crowns and tiaras loaded with diamonds, rubies, emeralds and other precious stones. Other common forms of jewelry are rings, earrings, bracelets, anklets, cuff links, belly chains. Some kinds of jewelry is worn to alert others of a medical condition.

Jewelry, especially when made with precious materials is generally considered valuable and desirable. Common metals used for jewelry include gold, silver and platinum. Gemstones typically used in jewelry include diamonds, rubies, emeralds, sapphires and opals. Other common materials for jewelry include glass (such as fused glass or enamel), wood, which is often carved, shells and other natural animal substances such as ivory and bone, and natural clay and plasticine clays. Beads are also widely used in jewelry. They can be made out of many different substances, including glass, gemstones, shells, clay, and wood. Beaded jewelry encompasses bracelets, earrings, necklaces and belts. Fish scales are an example of uncommonly used materials.

Many designers mix different metals within one jewelry piece. Some people do not like to mix jewelry. Others are more comfortable and confident wearing contrasting jewelry, such as wearing gold rings with silver earrings or bracelets. Generally, people in their teens and twenties want to adorn themselves with what everyone else is wearing. This is considered to be a fad, since the most popular items change frequently. People in their thirties and older typically want something that no one else has and strongly desire their own unique jewelry item. This is considered fashion. These people will wear the jewelry they choose for many years because they find it appealing and effective. Many such people purchase designer jewelry to
add to their collections.

Jewelry should accessorize your outfit, whether you're in a dress or jeans. Larger, more reflective jewelry makes for a better display and is attractive, but smaller jewelry is called for when it is essential to play down your look. To be appreciated, jewelry has to be noticeable.

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