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jewellery

UK (US jewelry)
 
 
/ˈdʒuːəlri/ noun [U]

Definition

decorative objects worn on your clothes and body, for example rings, bracelets, and necklaces: A lot of people don't want to go to the high street chains to buy their jewellery. jewellery designers/makers/retailers a jewellery shop/store
(Definition of jewellery noun from the Cambridge Business English Dictionary © Cambridge University Press)

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