A necklace is defined by the Merriam-Webster dictionary as an ornament worn around the neck. Since the time of ancient civilizations, those such as silver necklaces have been worn for a variety of purposes. Today, they are considered among the most popular pieces of jewelry that are being worn by both men and women. They are also among the most popular gift ideas.
A necklace made of 41 strings of mollusks and is said to have been used 75,000 years ago have been excavated and found in South Africa by a group of archeologist in April of 2004. Before this, one that was strung on a thread and mostly made of shells, bones, stones, and animal teeth and was used 30,000 years ago was the oldest known necklace. These two were found by historians solidify the belief that such items truly are jewelry pieces that have been around since the olden and till today are considered as part of our culture.
A necklace made of 41 strings of mollusks and is said to have been used 75,000 years ago have been excavated and found in South Africa by a group of archeologist in April of 2004. Before this, one that was strung on a thread and mostly made of shells, bones, stones, and animal teeth and was used 30,000 years ago was the oldest known necklace. These two were found by historians solidify the belief that such items truly are jewelry pieces that have been around since the olden and till today are considered as part of our culture.
Material and techniques used in making necklaces have improved and changed throughout the years. From the simple use of mollusks, shells and animal teeth, different cultures, starting from the Sumerian in 2000 BC began using different patterns in making them. These patterns were incorporated with the different materials such as colored stones and gemstones, as well as metals like copper and silver that were since then used. The patterns were further improved throughout the years which lead to the development of three dimensional neck ornaments in the 480 to 300BC. These three dimensional designs include images of heads, seeds and acorns. These days, necklaces are made using stones, beads and jewels with gold and silver necklaces being the most popular among necklace aficionados.
Different people wear necklaces for various purposes. Their use usually depends on the occasion or on the person's personal preference. One of the most common is for personal decoration. This means that necklaces are being worn in order to improve once appearance by adding these fashion pieces to his/her fashion statement. In the olden days, they are being worn by royalties and nobles in order to show their statues in society. They are also used to symbolize religion and beliefs. Example of the religious use of this jewelry is the wearing of cross pendants among Christians and use of turquoise necklaces for good luck popular among Native Americans.
The techniques and materials used in making necklaces have changed and improved throughout the years as already mentioned earlier. This is apparent with the different necklace designs that can be seen and are available in the market. Rope chains and serpentine designs are examples of necklace designs that are popular these days. Rope chains are spiral designed necklaces made up of two chains
Different people wear necklaces for various purposes. Their use usually depends on the occasion or on the person's personal preference. One of the most common is for personal decoration. This means that necklaces are being worn in order to improve once appearance by adding these fashion pieces to his/her fashion statement. In the olden days, they are being worn by royalties and nobles in order to show their statues in society. They are also used to symbolize religion and beliefs. Example of the religious use of this jewelry is the wearing of cross pendants among Christians and use of turquoise necklaces for good luck popular among Native Americans.
The techniques and materials used in making necklaces have changed and improved throughout the years as already mentioned earlier. This is apparent with the different necklace designs that can be seen and are available in the market. Rope chains and serpentine designs are examples of necklace designs that are popular these days. Rope chains are spiral designed necklaces made up of two chains
Different people wear necklaces for various purposes. Their use usually depends on the occasion or on the person's personal preference. One of the most common is for personal decoration. This means that necklaces are being worn in order to improve once appearance by adding these fashion pieces to his/her fashion statement. In the olden days, they are being worn by royalties and nobles in order to show their statues in society. They are also used to symbolize religion and beliefs. Example of the religious use of this jewelry is the wearing of cross pendants among Christians and use of turquoise necklaces for good luck popular among Native Americans.
The techniques and materials used in making necklaces have changed and improved throughout the years as already mentioned earlier. This is apparent with the different necklace designs that can be seen and are available in the market. Rope chains and serpentine designs are examples of necklace designs that are popular these days. Rope chains are spiral designed necklaces made up of two chains twisted together while a serpentine is a design created from two links laid right nest to each other. There are also the foxtails which are made up of oval links made face t face to each other. Silver necklaces, chokers, bib, as well as gold and diamond are other designs which are popular among people of all ages and gender.
Necklaces, no matter if they are simple bead and silver necklace or very expensive like the 263 carat diamond gift presented by Napoleon Bonaparte to his second wife, will continue to be one of the most loved pieces of jewelry there is.
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The techniques and materials used in making necklaces have changed and improved throughout the years as already mentioned earlier. This is apparent with the different necklace designs that can be seen and are available in the market. Rope chains and serpentine designs are examples of necklace designs that are popular these days. Rope chains are spiral designed necklaces made up of two chains twisted together while a serpentine is a design created from two links laid right nest to each other. There are also the foxtails which are made up of oval links made face t face to each other. Silver necklaces, chokers, bib, as well as gold and diamond are other designs which are popular among people of all ages and gender.
Necklaces, no matter if they are simple bead and silver necklace or very expensive like the 263 carat diamond gift presented by Napoleon Bonaparte to his second wife, will continue to be one of the most loved pieces of jewelry there is.
About the Author:
Marie Murray is a jewelry collector from Brisbane. Her collection includes various kinds of jewelry such as necklaces, earrings, and bracelets. Among her priced possession are her gold earrings and Silber Halsketten (German word for "Silver necklace")which were believed to have been used by royalties of the 10th Century.
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