• Introduction
• Charms and beads history
• How it works

Charms and beads at Ernest Jones

Charm jewellery has been with us since early history in the form of pendants and amulets to warn off evil spirits. Stones and seeds were easily adapted as jewellery and later more labour intensive materials such as gemstones and precious metals were used.

Good luck charms

One good example of traditional charms is an 'evil eye' bead which is designed to ward of evil spirits and bring good luck. Beads and charms through history have had many meanings and uses and have been worn as a form of identification, good luck charms, to indicate your origin, to identify the wearer to the gods in the afterlife and as a symbol of faith.

Queens and soldiers

Since these early beads and charms, charm jewellery has come in and out of fashion. Queen Victoria wore charm jewellery, starting a trend amongst nobles. Soldiers returning from World War II brought trinkets home and during the 50's and 60's American teenagers collected, swapped and gave each other beads and charms to commemorate events, places and as a sign of friendship.

Chamilia beads

Since 2002 a new trend in Europe and the US came through for European charm bracelets, beads and charm jewellery. You buy a specific branded bracelet or necklace from one of the top brands including Chamilia and can then add charms and beads as you wish. This allows for a massive range of creativity and personal expression. This personalised approach to beads has spread through the world and is still increasing in popularity. Brands such as Chamilia lead the way offering a huge range of beads, charms, bracelets and necklaces for you to choose from and be creative with.

Beads and charms hot trends for you

Charms and bead jewellery is the hottest trend again and you will find a huge collection to choose from at Ernest Jones.

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