THE SYMBOL GUIDE

Meaningful jewelry tells your unique story. Choose SYMBOLS that speak to your soul:

Meaningful jewelry tells your unique story.
Choose SYMBOLS that speak to your soul:

At ALEX AND ANI, we strive to design thoughtful jewelry that has relevance to your life. While many of our pieces offer ancient jewelry symbolism drawn from cultures across the globe, we also offer modern interpretations of some newer elements. Check out our symbol guide to learn more about jewelry with meaning today.

WEAR FOR: GROWTH + NEW BEGINNINGS

Glowing softly against the black canvas sky, the moon and stars are eternal reminders that light is ever-present in our lives, even in the darkest night. Look to the sky and remember that everything you need to make your dreams come true is within you.

Glowing softly against the black canvas sky, the moon and stars are eternal reminders that light is ever-present in our lives, even in the darkest night. Look to the sky and remember that everything you need to make your dreams come true is within you.

WEAR FOR: STRENGTH + PROTECTION

An unblinking emblem of strength, the protective eye symbolizes the divine, watchful gaze that cannot be deceived, seeing only truth. Empowered with peace and protection, you know all is well. 

An unblinking emblem of strength, the protective eye symbolizes the divine, watchful gaze that cannot be deceived, seeing only truth. Empowered with peace and protection, you know all is well. 

WEAR FOR: STRENGTH + PROTECTION

An unblinking emblem of strength, the protective eye symbolizes the divine, watchful gaze that cannot be deceived, seeing only truth. Empowered with peace and protection, when you wear the evil eye, you know all will be well. 

An unblinking emblem of strength, the protective eye symbolizes the divine, watchful gaze that cannot be deceived, seeing only truth. Empowered with peace and protection, you know all is well. 

WEAR FOR: FAITH + HOPE

A common symbol for jewelry with religious meaning, the cross possesses spiritual power, embodying life, immortality, sacrifice, triumph, and salvation. When you carry the cross, infinite love surrounds you. Honor your personal beliefs. 

The cross possesses spiritual power, embodying life, immortality, sacrifice, triumph, and salvation. When you carry the cross, infinite love surrounds you. Honor your personal beliefs. 

WEAR FOR: LOVE

The heart is an emblem of love, sorrow, joy, affection, and compassion. Its jewelry meaning refers to the eternal bonds of desire and spiritual aspirations. It's a good reminder to bring light to the world around you, and watch as you make the impossible possible. 

The heart is an emblem of love, sorrow, joy, affection and compassion. It's symbolic of eternal bonds, desire, and spiritual aspirations. It's a good reminder to bring light to the world around you, and watch as you make the impossible possible. 

WEAR FOR: GROWTH+ NEW BEGINNINGS

Life is a journey. We each choose our own path and these choices create our future. Every twist, turn, and miraculous detour has its purpose. The Path of Life® jewelry symbolism captures the essence of life's odyssey and, with its knotted design, reminds us that we are all connected. 

Life's a journey. We each choose our own path and these choices create our future. Every twist, turn, and miraculous detour has its purpose. The Path of Life® captures the essence of life's odyssey and, with its knotted design, reminds us that we are all connected. 

WEAR FOR: LOVE

Our pets are always there to lift our spirits. They are the first to forgive, the first to forget, and the first to greet us when we come home after a long day. Our pets are a reminder of what unconditional love means. The bond we share with them is unbreakable.  

Our pets are always there to lift our spirits. They are the first to forgive, the first to forget, and the first to greet us when we come home after a long day. Our pets are a reminder of what unconditional love means. The bond we share with them is unbreakable. 

WEAR FOR: STRENGTH +PROTECTION

Guardian Angels come to our aid in the form of pure energy. They enter our lives in times of need, guiding us to an abundance of adventure, blessings, and lessons. When you wear a guardian angel charm, it's a reminder of the jewelry's meaning – that your angel is always by your side.

Guardian Angels come to our aid as pure forms of energy. They enter our lives in times of need, guiding us to an abundance of adventure, blessings, and lessons. Wear this charm and remember your angel is always by your side. 

WEAR FOR: STRENGTH +PROTECTION

Originating from the Hebrew word "hamesh," literally meaning "five," the Hamsa (Hand of Fatima) is an ancient talisman that symbolizes feminine power. You can wear a Hamsa as a defense against negative energy, as it deflects the gaze of the evil eye away from the wearer.

Guardian Angels come to our aid as pure forms of energy. They enter our lives in times of need, guiding us to an abundance of adventure, blessings, and lessons. Wear this charm and remember your angel is always by your side. 

WEAR FOR: GROWTH + NEW BEGINNINGS

There is one guarantee in life - change will happen. The butterfly teaches that there is hope in times of change; that for every ending, there is a new beginning; and that to blossom, you must first experience transformation. Embrace change and trust the process. Your new wings are on the other side.

Guardian Angels come to our aid as pure forms of energy. They enter our lives in times of need, guiding us to an abundance of adventure, blessings, and lessons. Wear this charm and remember your angel is always by your side. 

WEAR FOR: LUCK + PROSPERITY

With its trunk lifted high for luck, good things are sure to come to the elephant. Held sacred in India, elephants have an advanced sense of empathy and kindness. They teach us that strength isn't always physical. Carry the mighty elephant when you need some strength to lean on.

Guardian Angels come to our aid as pure forms of energy. They enter our lives in times of need, guiding us to an abundance of adventure, blessings, and lessons. Wear this charm and remember your angel is always by your side. 

WEAR FOR: STRENGTH +PROTECTION

Godspeed is a blessing given to all who are travelers, wanderers, and free spirits. It is said before embarking on a journey. The expression bestows good fortune and safety, with God’s grace. Magically sincere, Godspeed is the desire to have God’s protection alongside your path.

Guardian Angels come to our aid as pure forms of energy. They enter our lives in times of need, guiding us to an abundance of adventure, blessings, and lessons. Wear this charm and remember your angel is always by your side. 

WEAR FOR: FAITH + HOPE

The daisy opens its petals one by one, reaching out into the unknown, confident that it will blossom. It is a symbol of hope, courage, and growth. Use this supreme nurturer in all forms of spiritual travel and meditation, and to amplify your own energy and vibrancy.

Guardian Angels come to our aid as pure forms of energy. They enter our lives in times of need, guiding us to an abundance of adventure, blessings, and lessons. Wear this charm and remember your angel is always by your side. 

WEAR FOR: LUCK + PROSPERITY

Four leaf clovers are iconic symbols of prosperity, believed to bring good luck to those fortunate enough to stumble upon them. With the serendipitous combination of faith and timing, you'll find the luck you desire when you need it the most.

Guardian Angels come to our aid as pure forms of energy. They enter our lives in times of need, guiding us to an abundance of adventure, blessings, and lessons. Wear this charm and remember your angel is always by your side.