Jewelry inherited from loved ones who have passed away always holds a special energy. Gold and silver rings, brooches, pendants — these are not just objects, but a kind of chronicle of life: they absorb the emotions and habits of the person who wore them. Therefore, the question of whether one can wear their deceased grandmother's jewelry arises not by chance. Some feel warmth and protection from such items, while others feel anxiety or heaviness. It all depends on how to approach their cleansing — both internal and energetic. Esotericist Ekaterina Vlasova spoke about important aspects.
Psychological Aspect: A Symbol of Memory, Not Loss
From a psychological perspective, inherited jewelry helps maintain a connection with the past. Wearing a grandmother's ring or pendant is a way to feel her presence and support. The main thing is that it should not be rooted in longing. If touching the item brings sadness, it is better to put the jewelry away for now and allow the emotions to settle. But if warmth and gratitude are felt, it is no longer mourning but acceptance and continuation of the lineage.
Esoteric View: The Item Holds the Owner's Energy
In esotericism, it is believed that metal absorbs the energy of the person who wore it. Therefore, jewelry of the deceased is not worn immediately — it is cleansed to erase emotional traces and return the item to a neutral state. "This is especially important if the person passed away under difficult circumstances or experienced a lot of suffering. After cleansing, the jewelry becomes like a blank slate and can carry new, your own energy," states the expert.
Physical Cleaning
Start with regular cleaning. Wipe the jewelry with a soft cloth, then rinse it in warm water with a drop of soap or ammonia. For gold, a solution of salt and baking soda (one teaspoon per cup of water) is suitable, while silver can be polished with a paste made of baking soda and lemon juice. The main thing is to take your time and do everything with respect, as if you are reviving the memory itself, not just cleaning the metal.
Energetic Cleansing: Returning Neutrality
Once the jewelry is physically clean, cleanse it energetically. "Leave it on the windowsill under moonlight or, conversely, in sunlight — depending on your inner response and the type of stones. You can place it in salt for a day (then throw the salt away), incense it with frankincense, sandalwood, or wormwood. Another method is to hold it under running water, imagining that it washes away all the old. The main thing is to conclude the ritual with words of gratitude to the person who owned the item," advises the esotericist.
Personal Intention: Reprogram the Jewelry for Yourself
Before wearing it, say aloud to yourself why you are taking this item. For example: "I wear this ring with gratitude, continuing the love and strength of our lineage." This creates a psychological and energetic boundary: the item no longer belongs to the past; it serves your present. You can even give the jewelry a new name or charge it with a specific wish. Thus, the family heirloom transforms from a symbol of loss into an amulet that protects and inspires.
