The word Jewelry comes from the word "jewel," which originates from the Old French word "joule," which came to use around the 13th century. Though primarily worn as ornaments, some jewelry is worn for its magical or spiritual properties. Precious stones especially are believed to possess the power to modify the influence of the planets and to create spiritual connections. Such is the power assigned to these gems that necklaces, earrings, or bracelets made with semi-precious and precious stones are meant to carry the energy of your passions and your own personal aura to attract love and to bring you closer to your cosmic soul mate.

Though gold has been the primary metal used to make magnificent jewelry over the ages, wood, bones, shells, teeth, hair, and even the blood of the beloved have been used to fashion jewelry.

In certain oriental cultures, jade is considered lucky for love, and it is usual for lovers to carry jade in their pocket to stroke in order to bring good luck in love. Perhaps jade could be termed the soul mate jewel. Some famous gems are even believed to carry a curse

In modern times, lovers of either sex wear beautifully crafted sterling silver or gold bands around their finger engraved with