The Significance of Stones Used in Ottoman Jewellery

Stones and gems hold a huge cultural and regional significance in the ancient history. They have been used as a sign of status and power ever since the age of men. When we look into history, gemstones became more prominent and widely recognized as a precious object back in the days when Ottomans were in power in Europe. Gemstones become a huge part of the Ottoman culture and they were used in jewellery to make them look more valuable. When you look at these objects, you will start to realize that there is surely more to how these stones became so popular and an important component in our jewellery that we see today. When looking at the beautiful and striking jewellery pieces worn by the Ottoman Empire , it is pretty conceivable to think there is a deeper significance to these amazing stones, which we all cannot deny. As we know, the stones and gems were used to show one's power and position in the society, however, in the Ottoman culture, these stones were used by the sultans ...