Heart charms - Gold

If there is any universally recognized force by people everywhere, it is the power of love. And nothing represents the concept of love like the symbolism of the heart. We see the heart symbol everywhere and instantly recognize its meaning. But where does the heart symbol come from, and why do we relate so strongly to it today? 

This love symbol and its meaning can actually be traced back over 2,000 years from the discovery of heart-shaped Indus Valley Civilization artifacts. It naturally followed that, with its long association with emotion and pleasure, that the heart symbol became widely associated with the concept of love.

Today, hearts are everywhere, carrying meaning ranging from life and self-expression to romantic and non-romantic love. And hearts don’t just symbolize the affection between two people but are emblematic of a state of mind that embraces all humankind. Small wonder that the heart, with its rich symbolism, is a popular gift choice that is both timeless and contemporary. Whether it’s a heart necklace, bracelet, or a heart charm, it’s difficult to go wrong with the heart when selecting a gift for yourself or another.