The peace sign has become an internationally recognized symbol of peace and acceptance since its creation by British artist, Gerald Holtom in 1958. The symbol design represents the navy signaling letters N and D standing for Nuclear and Disarmament. Since the symbol was anti-militaristic, the D is placed on top of the N so as to read backwards. First used at a Direct Action Committee Against Nuclear War march, the symbol was placed on protest signs, made into lollipops and more. In the 1960s the symbol came to the USA and was adopted as a peace movement symbol promoting free love and non-violence. The symbol made appearances in civil rights marches at the time of Martin Luther King Jr., in South Africa under apartheid regime and during anti-Vietnam war protests. Not just for hippies, peace signs are about accepting our fellow man no matter their race, creed, religion and more. While anti-militaristic movements also sport peace signs, it is not the only interpretation. Peace signs are often found in jewelry as design centerpieces themselves or with other peace-inspired symbols such as hearts, doves, rainbows, the ''V'' hand gesture and more. Flowers are also common, no doubt inspired by the flower children of the 1970s.
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