The necklace given to a girl for her 18th birthday

Last Saturday, around 4 p.m., I was cleaning the displays when I saw this mother push open the door with her daughter. You could tell right away that this was an important moment for them—you know, that special way people hold themselves when they're there for something special.

The mother walked over to me with a big smile. "Hello! We're looking for a necklace for my little one. She's eighteen today!"

The girl blushed. "Mom, stop..." but she was smiling too.

I love those moments. That mother-daughter bond, that mix of excitement and shyness. The little one was glancing around, a little impressed by all the jewelry that sparkled in the light.

"What do you like?" I asked.

She shrugged, unsure of herself. "I don't really know... something not too flashy?"

Her mother laughed softly. "She's afraid it's too sophisticated for her."

I pulled out our selection of 18-karat yellow gold necklaces. Simple chains, some with small, discreet pendants. Nothing fancy.

She immediately stopped at a thin chain with a small heart. Not the kitsch kind, but rather sleek and modern. She took it delicately, as if afraid of damaging it.

“Can I try it on?”

Of course she could! I helped her fasten it. She looked in the mirror, and then I saw her face change. She stood straighter, mechanically touching the little pendant.

“Mom, what do you think?”

Her mother had tears in her eyes. "My darling, you are beautiful. You are growing so much..."

An emotional moment in the store! I was touched too. These passages into adulthood always affect me.

“We’ll take it!” the mother decided without hesitation.

While I was preparing the packaging, the girl continued to look at herself in the mirror. She was literally beaming.

“Thank you, Mom. It’s the best gift.”

"You're welcome, sweetie. You deserve it."

Three weeks later, the mother returned alone, this time to choose earrings.

"How is your daughter doing with her necklace?" I ask.

She bursts out laughing. "She never takes it off! Even to sleep at first, I had to negotiate. She says it brings her luck, that it gives her courage for her exams."

It warmed my heart. Because that's exactly the idea. It wasn't just a necklace; it had become her personal little talisman.

You know, we see a lot of people come and go in our family shop. But these stories of first times remain my favorites. The first necklace, the first ring, the first watch... These pieces of jewelry that mark milestones.

18-karat gold is strong and ages well. Perfect for someone starting their adult life. And it's beautiful and goes with everything.

At Azor, we love those moments when families come together around a piece of jewelry. When parents pass something on to their children. Not necessarily wealth, but rather love, pride, and confidence.

Because a well-chosen piece of jewelry tells a story. And the most beautiful stories are often the simplest.