USA patriotic jewelry typically is based upon Old Glory’s colors of red, white and blue. Here’s a very brief summary of how the first USA flag came to be and the origin of the colors used.
Betsy Ross and the Continental Congress
Betsy Ross was a businessperson and widow who supported herself by operating her own upholstery business. In May 1776, she was approached by three members of the Continental Congress, George Washington, Robert Morris and George Ross, who gave her a rough sketch and asked her to sew the first flag. Betsy Ross had done sewing for Washington in the past; George Ross was a relative of her late husband. There’s no definitive record as to why the three colors were chosen but it’s said that white represented purity and innocence; red, valor, and blue for vigilance, perseverance, and justice.
The flag was official adopted in 1977 by the Continental Congress, who sought to promote USA national pride and unity - "Resolved: that the flag of the United States be thirteen stripes, alternate red and white; that the union be thirteen stars, white in a blue field, representing a new constellation."
Patriotic Jewelry
Margot Townsend Red White and Blue Pin
This pin is the image shown on this page and is available from Amazon.com for $19.99. About an inch and a quarter high and an inch and a half wide, it is made from red and white crystals set in gold overlay and blue enamel. Right now, it’s in stock and is shipped by Amazon – so buyers should have it in plenty of time for the 4th of July festivities.
Red White and Blue 14K Gold Heart Pendant With Chain
For those that want slightly more upscale patriotic flag jewelry, this pendant is made with rubies, diamonds and sapphires. Set in 14K gold it comes with a 14K gold 18-inch chain. Available from Ice.com, item number PCP 100226, it retails for $195.00. Ice.com has a very liberal refund policy – if within 30 daysafter receipt of your purchase you're not completely satisfied, you can return the jewelry, in its original condition for a full refund of the purchase price. They also offer free shipping on orders of $150 or more to all U.S. destinations except Hawaii and Alaska.
Service Flag Jewelry
Those with a family member serving in the Armed Forces of the United States during any period of war or hostilities have the option of wearing a Service Flag pin or pendant. There are a few variations on the design of Service Flag jewelry. The most common is a white rectangular shape, outlined in red with a blue five-point star in the middle (represents one family member in the service – more stars can be added). If the wearer’s pin has a gold star instead of blue, this indicates the death of the loved one while in the service of their country.
ServiceFlags.com has a wide selection of service jewelry and banners. Authorized by the Department of Defense to manufacture service flags, their service label pins are ¾ inch in length and retail for $3.99. They also sell Service Flag necklaces for $12.99.
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