Interesting to me that the subject of the poem is not dead yet. I've never understood jewelry really, or the symbolism. I mean, the obvious symbolism of a wedding or engagement ring is one thing, but beyond that, I don't really get it. I've never looked at jewelry from quite this perspective before, although I used to wear this one earring in my right ear that was a symbol for me journeying through life solo. I found myself, as I re-read this piece, wishing you would expand what different jewelry pieces could mean to the wearer, even to the buyer.

Also, fascinating perspective and thank you for bringing it here. I meant to say that at the end of the last post :)

This is quite a piece. Very well written from start to finish. I like your take on the subject.

Ouch! Nicely stated Edith. Great buildup to a (pardon the pun) killer ending. The use of diamond, sapphire adds extra weight and impact to the message.