Understanding the Meaning Behind Key Necklaces and Key Charms

Who doesn't admire the glamour of the famous Tifanny key necklaces, or the charm of gold and sterling silver key pendants of Pandora, but do you know the meaning behind wearing key necklaces and how this tradition began?

Key necklaces and pendants are one of the most popular choices for people today when choosing a gift for a friend or family member who is not of romantic interest. The rich symbolic meaning of a key used in gifts and presents makes them easier to give in almost all kinds of occasions. Key themed gifts such as key pendants, skeleton keys and key charms became a widely accepted gift item on important events such as the 16th, 18th and 21st birthdays. 

Open the Door to a Brighter Future

Keys as a symbol has a rich meaning. Other than it represents knowledge and success, keys also symbolizes opening doors for a brighter future, perhaps opening a new door to a successful career and new possibilities. Because of this, many people may wear a key charm or key necklace when looking for a job or a change of workplace, believing it will assist the wearer into new opportunities. Literally, keys can open doors which are closed to other than the key holder, the same as having a key gives a person access to locked rooms.

Unlock the Potential

Some believe that the reason why the key necklaces are considered an ideal gift for special birthdays such as one's 21st birthday is that it symbolises unlocking one's potential. By presenting a key necklace on those special occasions you can signal that she has potential to be a great person and now it is the right time to think about it seriously and take actions.

A New Beginning

Jewish midwives of ancient times would place a key in the hand of a pregnant woman giving birth, and it was meant to “unlock” the infant and ensure the safe delivery of the baby. Janus, the two-faced Roman god of gates, sometimes shown carrying keys in his left hand and his staff in his right hand. He was the god of new beginnings and ancient Romans believed that he could grant success and new opportunities. The first month of the year, January is named after Janus.

Authority and Responsibility

In the Bible, there are two verses that are generally used to explain why Peter is considered the first Pope in the Catholic Church and legend has made Saint Peter the gatekeeper of heaven. As can be read in Matthew 16:18-19, “And I tell you, you are Peter, and on this rock, I will build my church, and the powers of death shall not prevail against it. I give you the keys to the kingdom of heaven, and whatever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.”

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The Key to my Heart

As much as you can give a key pendant to someone in your family or friend, they are also an excellent present to show a romantic partner how much you care. In modern romantic tradition, giving a key necklace to your partner may symbolize “the key to my heart", thus when giving a key necklace, make sure they are someone you really see a future with. This act symbolizes that you have unlocked your heart to him or her, and you are ready to share your deepest feelings with that person.

Buying your Key Necklace

If you’re currently in the lookout for a perfect key necklace to give to your partner, family member or a friend, Brilliyond Jewellery offers sophisticated designs of key necklaces and key pendants with premium craftsmanship that will surely impress you. We ship worldwide from Melbourne, Australia.

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Our collection includes the most unique key necklaces in Australia that are delicately crafted with superb attention to quality, detail and style - whilst featuring one or more natural gemstones. What is even better about our key necklaces and pendants collection is the chance you get to design and create your very own piece base on your own idea and personal preferences. For more details, you can contact us and we will be more than happy to assist you.