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History of Jewelry Throughout the Ages The oldest identified jewelry pieces are pierced shells that date back approximately 75,000 years. Discovered in South Africa, they show perforations and signs of wear, indicating that they were indeed worn during that time. During prehistoric times, the most commonly used materials for making jewelry were bone, wood, ivory, and deer antlers. It wasn't until the Neolithic period that the first use of beads by our ancestors can be found. Interestingly, these beads were not appreciated in the same way as they are today. They were shaped and carved like shells or bones. The real first revolution in the field of jewelry occurred in the early antiquity with the discovery of metal. With the parallel discovery of gold, many goldsmithing techniques were developed, including filigree, granulation, and embossing. This allowed for the development and rise of a new type of high-quality jewelry made possible by the meticulous work of jewelry makers. As a result, a large number of jewelers emerged in the Mediterranean basin and then migrated to other commercial outposts to increase their trade. With their experience, these jewelry makers brought with them a real know-how and ancestral techniques that improved as they traveled. In Europe, during antiquity, the Celts were the first to be recognized for the quality of their jewelry and their skills as makers. Historians have noted that fashion related to jewelry remained relatively unchanged for several centuries, as it was often reserved for codified uses in society. Before World War I in France, jewelers used to select stones for jewelry and adornments based on the status of the future buyer, blocking any principle of democratization of jewelry. The industrial revolution allowed for the true democratization of jewelry through mass production. Jewelry became accessible to all thanks to the increase in jewelry manufacturing factories. In order to contribute to the war effort, gold had to be given to the governors. This was a major turning point in the history of jewelry, with jewelry makers also being requisitioned in the arms industry. Jewelry was then made from less noble metals such as iron, copper, or aluminum. We also see the flourishing of "women" in society, which led to the explosion of certain businesses like jewelry, with more delicate and stylized creations, allowing for a wide variety of products. This is when costume jewelry, now a separate category, was born, mixing new and old materials. The jewelry industry was once again disrupted by World War II, and we see a resurgence of simple jewelry. Fortunately, jewelry quickly regained its place after this period in history. The French jewelry industry today Since the mid-20th century, three sectors have differentiated themselves: • Jewelry: produces limited series pieces in precious metals • Costume jewelry: produces numerous pieces in series, often using innovative materials such as plastic. • Artisanal jewelry: produces unique pieces in limited series. Since then, we can say that the costume jewelry market has not experienced a crisis, with a growth margin of 13% per year for the past five years. E-commerce and new eco-friendly creations designed by French jewelry makers are becoming increasingly popular, and there is a growing demand for "high-end" costume jewelry. Recent changes have also affected the sector, with the arrival of large retailers as well as luxury and fashion houses launching their own jewelry products. These large companies that generate significant quantities of products have directly affected French jewelry manufacturers and retailers. We also see a change in consumer behavior, as they no longer buy jewelry as a patrimonial investment, but rather as a fashion accessory, making it an impulse purchase. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are the main players in the sale and repair of jewelry. In major cities, there are numerous jewelry makers who combine their jewelry manufacturing factory, workshop, and their own boutiques. "There are 2,614 companies, employing 8,553 people, that are jewelry manufacturers in France, with the majority (89%) being companies with 2 employees or less. In France, the production of jewelry, goldsmithing, and silversmithing remains highly concentrated in the Ile-de-France region (893 companies), the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region (436 companies), and the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region (311 companies)." The French Source allows you to find your jewelry manufacturer in France among its listed manufacturers.
En savoir plus sur le secteur Bijouterie et joaillerie :
History of Jewelry Throughout the Ages The oldest identified jewelry pieces are pierced shells that date back approximately 75,000 years. Discovered in South Africa, they show perforations and signs of wear, indicating that they were indeed worn during that time. During prehistoric times, the most commonly used materials for making jewelry were bone, wood, ivory, and deer antlers. It wasn't until the Neolithic period that the first use of beads by our ancestors can be found. Interestingly, these beads were not appreciated in the same way as they are today. They were shaped and carved like shells or bones. The real first revolution in the field of jewelry occurred in the early antiquity with the discovery of metal. With the parallel discovery of gold, many goldsmithing techniques were developed, including filigree, granulation, and embossing. This allowed for the development and rise of a new type of high-quality jewelry made possible by the meticulous work of jewelry makers. As a result, a large number of jewelers emerged in the Mediterranean basin and then migrated to other commercial outposts to increase their trade. With their experience, these jewelry makers brought with them a real know-how and ancestral techniques that improved as they traveled. In Europe, during antiquity, the Celts were the first to be recognized for the quality of their jewelry and their skills as makers. Historians have noted that fashion related to jewelry remained relatively unchanged for several centuries, as it was often reserved for codified uses in society. Before World War I in France, jewelers used to select stones for jewelry and adornments based on the status of the future buyer, blocking any principle of democratization of jewelry. The industrial revolution allowed for the true democratization of jewelry through mass production. Jewelry became accessible to all thanks to the increase in jewelry manufacturing factories. In order to contribute to the war effort, gold had to be given to the governors. This was a major turning point in the history of jewelry, with jewelry makers also being requisitioned in the arms industry. Jewelry was then made from less noble metals such as iron, copper, or aluminum. We also see the flourishing of "women" in society, which led to the explosion of certain businesses like jewelry, with more delicate and stylized creations, allowing for a wide variety of products. This is when costume jewelry, now a separate category, was born, mixing new and old materials. The jewelry industry was once again disrupted by World War II, and we see a resurgence of simple jewelry. Fortunately, jewelry quickly regained its place after this period in history. The French jewelry industry today Since the mid-20th century, three sectors have differentiated themselves: • Jewelry: produces limited series pieces in precious metals • Costume jewelry: produces numerous pieces in series, often using innovative materials such as plastic. • Artisanal jewelry: produces unique pieces in limited series. Since then, we can say that the costume jewelry market has not experienced a crisis, with a growth margin of 13% per year for the past five years. E-commerce and new eco-friendly creations designed by French jewelry makers are becoming increasingly popular, and there is a growing demand for "high-end" costume jewelry. Recent changes have also affected the sector, with the arrival of large retailers as well as luxury and fashion houses launching their own jewelry products. These large companies that generate significant quantities of products have directly affected French jewelry manufacturers and retailers. We also see a change in consumer behavior, as they no longer buy jewelry as a patrimonial investment, but rather as a fashion accessory, making it an impulse purchase. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are the main players in the sale and repair of jewelry. In major cities, there are numerous jewelry makers who combine their jewelry manufacturing factory, workshop, and their own boutiques. "There are 2,614 companies, employing 8,553 people, that are jewelry manufacturers in France, with the majority (89%) being companies with 2 employees or less. In France, the production of jewelry, goldsmithing, and silversmithing remains highly concentrated in the Ile-de-France region (893 companies), the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region (436 companies), and the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region (311 companies)." The French Source allows you to find your jewelry manufacturer in France among its listed manufacturers.
