Graduation Cap Charm

The graduation cap is an iconic symbol of higher education. Our shiny pewter charm traces its beginnings to the "Queen of Charm," Queen Victoria of England. She wore decorative fashion bracelets with charms hanging from them. This started the modern era of wearing charmed jewelry. The graduation cap symbolizes the completion of educational training, and the pomp and circumstance of the ceremony is a celebration of the scholars' accomplishments. The hat is called a mortar board and the tassel that is attached is turned upon receipt of the diploma. This time-honored tradition is one to be celebrated. Today, charms are no longer reserved for royalty, but can serve as reminders of the special times in our lives--especially the achievement of graduation.