Using the medium of rare and precious metals and gemstones, humankind has celebrated the divine with the creation of symbolic personal adornment and objects. The tradition continues from the Greek god, Hephaestus, master of the ancient forge of Olympus, to Saint Eligius, the 7th century patron saint of metalsmithing. Each culture has had its own meaning and purpose. It is important to continue this deep human tradition with honor and reverence, in our modern age.