National Jewel Day 2025

Jewelry. Bling. That accoutrement with which we accessorize our public personas.

Jewelry has been a human favorite since prehistory.

The adornment of people has been a priority since time began.

Today is National Jewel Day.

It is held each March 13 and recognizes precious metals and stones, those special heirlooms, and the various gems of people who craft them.

The origins of the day remain obscure. We know that stone, bones, and shells were utilized as decorative objects to project status.

The graves of ancients oftent revealed an ancient proclivity for the wearing of jewelry.

The Renaissance brought new cutting techniques and an advanced understanding of stones and the metallurgy of crafting various pieces.

All in all jewelry isn't going anywhere.

I know males of the species who project this "he man" image who squeal like little girls over various pieces of new jewelry. I don't want to mention any names Vince Simonowicz.

Me, I'm pretty much jewelry free, you know, contrary to the end.