Necklaces - Expressions in Jewelry

Necklaces - Expressions in Jewelry

Claws, rocks, teeth, pottery and other items made up the first pendants to adorn early necklaces. Ancient man used whatever he could find on the ground to adorn his neck. As civilizations evolved, so did the materials used to create this type of jewelry. The Egyptians made colored glass beads but they also adored gemstones in their pieces. One style that is quintessentially Egyptian is the usekh which is a gold collar style that was often adorned with charms and gemstones. Today, the choker may be the closest thing to this ancient decoration.

Necklaces - Expressions in Jewelry