In the past, bracelets signified something more than just a piece of jewelry on the wrists of the wearer. Today, this same frenzy, that had caught the travelers of past, has again gripped the world. Much like the 16th century travelers, people today love to wear bracelets that show the world the places they have visited. In the past, bracelets served a more meaningful purpose to people having faith in the supernatural leading them to believe that these amulets held powers that could keep bad spirits at bay. Although this is no longer the reason for wearing bracelets today, this fashion amulet still borrows heavily form past traditions.