The Meaning of an Eternity Necklace

Eternity necklaces may contain diamonds since they represent eternal love.

An eternity necklace is meant to represent love that lasts forever. It's a piece of jewelry that romantic partners give each other to symbolize the depth of emotion between them. Parents may also give them to their children, or close friends might exchange them.

Eternity Tree

One type of eternity necklace is an eternity tree necklace. The pendant contains an image of a tree, which represents life. It also contains a verse by Henry Van Dyke about the passage of time, which ends with the words, "for those who love, time is eternity."

Lemniscate

Some eternity necklaces have a lemniscate pendant, which looks like the number 8 resting on its side. The lemniscate symbolizes eternity, as well as the existence of a higher power and how infinity moves in cycles.

Circle

Another style of eternity necklace is a circle suspended on a chain. Since a circle has no ending and no beginning, it is considered a symbol of eternity. Circle necklaces are usually set with diamonds since the gem also represents infinite love.

References

• Uncommon Goods: Time Is . . . Eternity Tree Poem Necklace
• Becoming Jewelry: Eternity Necklace, Sterling
• Byzant: The Lemniscate
• Ross Simons: Circle of Eternity: Diamond
• Love and Diamonds: The Romance of the Diamond Engagement Ring