A jewel is a jewel.
A jewel is a jewel . The etymology takes us to the Arabic language , where an equivalent word referred to an element of great value or essential.
Specifically, we can say that it is a term that is the result of the sum of two clearly differentiated parts of said language:
- The prefix al- , which can be translated as "the" or "the" .
- The noun Hagah , meaning "need."
What are jewelry
Jewelry is an ornamental accessory that a person wears to decorate their body. Rings , necklaces , earrings or earrings , bracelets and bangles are some of the most popular jewelry.
For example: "The criminals took jewelry valued at half a million pesos," "Do you like the jewelry my husband gave me for our anniversary?" It's made of gold and silver," "I don't understand people who spend fortunes on jewelry: I prefer to buy clothes or travel."
In general, women wear more jewelry than men, although there are pieces for both sexes. It is common for an individual to show off their jewelry at social events or outings, such as a birthday party or a theater performance.
It is possible to find jewelry made of various materials. The most expensive are made with precious stones (diamonds, emeralds, rubies) and metals such as gold, silver or platinum .
There are jewelry that are used for ritual purposes.
Ritual purposes and store of value
It should be noted that jewelry can also have ritual or symbolic purposes beyond aesthetics. A person who wears gold and diamond jewelry may want to flaunt their wealth and power, since not everyone has the financial capacity to purchase similar jewelry . In certain cultures , jewelry can be used as amulets.
Jewelry, on the other hand, is a store of value . There are people who hoard family jewelry and then sell them when they need cash or if the price warrants it (for example, due to an increase in the price of gold).
Jewelry as a qualifier
In addition to everything indicated, we cannot ignore that the term in question can also be used as an adjective to define a person.
In that case it is used to mention that an individual is a true wonder or has an outstanding characteristic. Thus, for example, it can be said that Lionel Messi is a gem as a footballer or that Pablo Picasso was a gem in the world of painting and art in general.
Naming of places
It is interesting to mention the existence of a farm with the name of La Alhaja . It is located about 8 kilometers from the town of El Cuervo de Sevilla , specifically in the Sierra de Cádiz ( Spain ). It is a rural accommodation suitable for all types of holidays and weekend getaways.
In the same way, we can indicate that in the province of Cádiz there is what is known as Arroyo de la Alhaja, which is part of a hiking route.