We all know jewelry as a beautiful accessory. Jewelry has been created and worn since the first civilizations and continues to be a large part of every culture around the world. Everyone knows about the different kinds of jewelry, value, and its stunning eye appeal. However, there are many interesting facts about jewelry that most people know little about. For example, did you know that during the renaissance period people would wear jewelry to protect themselves against different ailments or threats? Jewelry was also used in the opposite way to help bolster or change certain characteristics. Do you have a piece of jewelry that you think brings you good luck? Put on your lucky ring and read about jewelry through history here: