Medieval jewelry is a decorative article made of gemstones, metals, hard organic materials or a combination of them all. Couple this with a superior craftsman and an artistic mindset and you have the makings for some quality medieval jewelry. Anything and everything from rings, pendants, earrings and even brooches and buckles, medieval jewerly was and is both functional and decorative.
In the late Middle Ages and Renaissance periods, medieval jewelry began to take on a whole different style. Jewelry was worn to show self expression and personal adornment. Renaissance times brought jewelry to the forefront and soon it was apart of every day dress for every day people. Functional medieval jewelry was a fashion statement. Things like belts and buttons and clasps continued to develop. We have added a full arrangement of medieval and Renaissance costume jewelry for your own personal enjoyment and we hope you enjoy them all as much we do.