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The word "jewelry" is derived from the Latin word jocale, meaning "plaything," and the word jewel, which was anglicised during the 13th century from the Old French word "jouel." The word "jewelry" (spelled jewellery in European English) is used to describe any piece of precious material (gemstones, noble metals, etc.) used to adorn one's self.

http://www.allaboutgemstones.com/jewelry_history_early_man.html

It is not derived from the word "Jew" as is sometimes reported. The word "Jew" or "Jewish" is derived from Judea, the Roman province for areas which include Israel.

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