A representation of feminine beauty and mystique, beads are an important part of the decoration of a woman and beauty for ages. If a choker, rosary or chain, necklace is to achieve an eternal appeal. In many cultures, necklaces have marked cultural distinctions, based on the decor, the length and attire. From mythology Greek French Revolution, the necklace has played a major role in cultures around the world.
Since the dawn of time, fashion necklaces are from jewels, chain, stone, metal, cloth, wood and shells. As one of the first man-made objects for wearing around the neck, necklaces once served as a simple piece of clothing for men and women. Prehistoric fashions that draped around the neck and torso (forming the shape of a safety pin) is used to grip layers of clothing. Among the ancient Egyptians, necklaces formed a fundamental part of clothing. For example, the ankh is worn to symbolize The amulet of life. Egyptians also adorned their necklaces of gold, beads and jewels, which later served as temptation for grave robbers centuries later.
To ancient Rome, young boys wore a bullah, or a chain around the neck with a bag containing an amulet. While bullah are worn by most classes, the upper classes are amulets made of gold. These necklaces are intended to provide protection as men are considered the stronger species in need of special protection. In comparison, Roman men wore metal seal rings or gold. The ring is used to seal official documentation. Since Roman women during the time is not satisfied with the same societal status as their male counterparts, jewelry is a mechanism of showcasing their particular position in society. According to a source, when a 195 BC law suggested that women give their jewelry away for use in war materials, women protested in the street. Common jewels of the day with amber, gold, pearls, polished stones, and glass beads.
During the medieval age, necklaces were simple and practical. But as history progressed to By the 14th through 16th centuries, jewelry in general became more glamorized, especially neckwear. Intricately designed chains and collars graced the necks of ladies.
With all the power, prestige and beauty contained within a piece of jewelry, perhaps it is no wonder that the necklace that played an important role in collapse of France's monarchy. Known as the "welfare of the Diamond Necklace," the incident involved the court of Louis XVI and Queen Marie Antoinette that implicated in a crime to swindle the crown jewelers for the cost of a very expensive diamond necklace. The defamation added to the disillusionment of France the people with their monarchy, with other events, eventually culminated in the French Revolution.
The eastern parts of the world, necklaces have long been a fashionable array of exquisite jewelry and gold. In fact, gold necklaces play a very important role in Middle Eastern dress even today. The Arabian necklace symbolizes not only an embellishment, but as well as a form of security and an economic marker. Islamic calligraphy and Quranic symbols also prevalent.
Neckwear in Assam, India, is often typified with motifs of orchids and flora and fauna. Other Indian jewelry ranges from religious to domestic. In areas surrounding temples, shops selling necklaces Sanctified made of fragrant sandalwood, silk and gold. Worn by married Hindu women, the mangal sutra symbolizes love in holy marriage. It is made of a combination of black beads and a gold pendant.
In Africa, necklaces designed from colorful beads are used as part of traditional attire for centuries. African neckwear are also used to designate tribal heritage, status, and for currency exchange.
No matter the cultural destination, is a valuable necklace medal for people age. Some cultures that even utilized the necklaces to identify cultural and class distinctions. In fact, beads have played a major role in cultures around the world.
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