Hair jewels as we know them today are a relatively modern invention, sitting on a metal coil or twist, hair jewels are a convenient way to secure jewels in the hair. Despite the modern method of securing hair jewels, hair jewellery has been in use for thousands of years.  The wealthiest members of ancient civilisations used precious metals and gems in all manner of hair accessories such as combs, bands and pins. This has continued for centuries, with high society noble men and women dressing their hair, wigs, bonets and caps with precious and semi-precious jewels such as pearls, sapphires, emeralds, rubies, amethysts and even diamonds.  Thankfully today, we are able to simulate these gemstones and can offer hair jewels with sparking clear and coloured crystals, faux pearls and materials such as chiffon and satin to adorn any hairstyle at a fraction of the cost.