1. The meaning behind a Charm?
The charm bracelet charms of the modern world hold a deep cultural significance that few modern-day
individuals fully recognize. Today, we create birthstone charm bracelets and sterling silver charm
bracelets to commemorate special occasions, achievements or personal tastes but, in the past, charm
bracelet charms were intended for quite different purposes. Throughout history, the charms worn on
bracelets were there to identify the wearer, provide protection from malevolent forces and invoke the
aid of benevolent spirits.
The modern era has brought us charm bracelets that commemorate events, such as the birth of a child,
graduation from school or the successful accomplishment of a goal. We give new mothers charm
bracelets that can hold additional birthstone charm bracelet charms for each of their children. We give
high school and college graduates sterling silver charm bracelets to commemorate their successful
completion of their education. We even give kids at summer camp charm bracelets as a souvenir to
remember their trip. Charm bracelets and charm bracelet charms have become an integral part of our
culture and almost every little girl in the world can show you some treasured trinket that has been
bestowed upon her.
Historically speaking, the charm bracelet charms that adorn these wonderful pieces of jewelry did much
more than just commemorate accomplishments. That cross that dangles from your sterling silver charm
bracelet today would have served to identify you as a Christian and ward off evil spirits 500 years ago.
The four leaf clover charm bracelet charms on your favorite Saint Patrick's day jewelry would have
brought you luck throughout the year and invoked the protection of the patron saint. The carved
wooden bear charm that adorned your summer camp charm bracelet could have represented the totem
of an Inuit tribesman. Even the gemstones in your birthstone charm bracelet charms would have served
as more than a reminder of your birth month. They would have associated you with your zodiac sign and
offered you the special abilities that the stone was believed to impart or protection from illness or
malevolence.
While the magical and superstitious nature of charm bracelet charms may have been largely lost to the
pages of history, it is a very interesting walk down memory lane to research the origins of your favorite
charms. From crosses and medallions to clovers and animal carvings, the historical and cultural
significance of charms is an intriguing study of the past. Even the most mundane seeming charm
bracelets may take on new meanings and a special place in your jewelry box when you discover the
meanings behind the charm bracelet charms you wear.
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