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Medallions have a long and rich history as adornments worn by humans throughout time. The term "medallion" comes from the Latin word "medalia," which means a coin worth half a denarius. The first medallions were actually coins, and they were often given as rewards or prizes for military service or other achievements.
Over time, medallions evolved from being just coins to being decorative objects worn for their aesthetic value. They were made from a variety of materials, including gold, silver, bronze, and even glass or plastic. Medallions were often engraved with images or designs that had symbolic or religious significance.
In some cultures, medallions were believed to have magical properties and were worn as talismans or amulets to protect the wearer from harm or to bring good luck. In others, medallions were worn as a symbol of status or rank, such as in the military or in religious orders.
These medallions are hand sculpted in wax, cast into 14k yellow gold, then given a satin finish, each one made entirely by hand.
Medallions have a long and rich history as adornments worn by humans throughout time. The term "medallion" comes from the Latin word "medalia," which means a coin worth half a denarius. The first medallions were actually coins, and they were often given as rewards or prizes for military service or other achievements.
Over time, medallions evolved from being just coins to being decorative objects worn for their aesthetic value. They were made from a variety of materials, including gold, silver, bronze, and even glass or plastic. Medallions were often engraved with images or designs that had symbolic or religious significance.
In some cultures, medallions were believed to have magical properties and were worn as talismans or amulets to protect the wearer from harm or to bring good luck. In others, medallions were worn as a symbol of status or rank, such as in the military or in religious orders.
These medallions are hand sculpted in wax, cast into 14k yellow gold, then given a satin finish, each one made entirely by hand.
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