Jewelry featuring skulls has been adorn the fingers and neck since time immemorial! Skulls are not just symbols of death. Many ancient cultures believed that skulls brought immortality. When people die, the only thing left is the skeleton. Hence, it is associated with immortality and vitality.
Skull culture
In the Roman Empire, warriors decorated their armor with skull ornaments. They believed that the skull would protect them in battle. At the same time, it is also a reminder of death. Looking at the skull, a warrior becomes more cautious, skilled and aggressive.
The Celts believed that the skull was a vessel of divine power. If respected and worshipped, they protect a person away from evil.
Ancient civilizations such as the Egyptians and Aztecs used skulls as symbols of the cycle of death and rebirth.
In both Hinduism and Buddhism, the symbolism of the skull is associated with the mondamara and the sacred syllable OM. Skull garlands are worn by gods, Goddess Mahavirdia and Shiva. Skull jewelry is a symbol of the power of the gods, implying that they are greater than danger, enemies, and death itself.
In Christianity, the skull is a symbol of death. Many sacred frescoes depict saints holding skulls as symbols of ethereal wisdom and higher knowledge.
The meaning of skull jewelry
The skull is one of the oldest symbols. It serves the most diverse population. Throughout history, skeletons have adorned the clothing and jewelry of pirates, soldiers, and various exiles. Today, the symbol can be seen in the rock, biker, gothic, and punk communities. Wear a skull bracelet or a skull necklace and believe they will bring good luck and happiness!
Jewelry with a skull is not just a stylish unconventional accessory, but a source of omniscient guidance, protection and wisdom.
In a more modern sense, one sees skulls combined with other elements to make ornaments, such as skulls plus wings (which symbolize freedom as the dead are released from their physical form into a freer spiritual form), skulls plus wings upper crossbones (indicating eternity, danger or poison), skull plus butterfly (symbolizing the changing nature of life), skull plus snake (description of immortality, or knowledge of the next world) and skull plus The cross (indicating the beginning of humanity)
Powerful symbols like the skull can help you harness the power within, strengthen your will, and defeat your demons and mischief. Skull jewelry that incorporates spiritual tools and craftsmanship can be the ultimate symbol of your help and life - the life you want to live and create.
COAI's Matte Black Onyx Skull Bracelet is a handcrafted piece featuring the skull, the ultimate symbol of death, reminding you of the complete authority and power to define the ultimate meaning of life and determine your path to achievement and happiness.