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Jewelry as a part of national costumes

Posted: Tue May 16, 2017 7:05 pm
by sofiya
Vintage shoulder necklace used by Estonian Vikings. Very nice and very heavy)

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Re: Jewelry as a part of national costumes

Posted: Mon Sep 18, 2017 2:05 pm
by sofiya
Ukrainian vintage necklaces

The national costume of Ukraine always includes a necklace. In old days, the rings, earrings, or bracelets were traditionally less common. But a necklace was a must-have and an integral part of any attire – festive or daily dress. It served not only as an embellishment but also as a protection amulet and a mean to show the status and financial capability of the wearer. The Ukrainian tradition of using various necklaces is rich and exciting. The further info on this topic is here: Ukrainian vintage necklaces. Beaded necklace could protect from evil eye or determine health issues (http://nationalclothing.org/europe/15-u ... ssues.html).

On the photos below, you can see several variants of mixing different necklaces.

Several rows of stone necklaces (fake coral), a string of coins combined with real coral beads, and a necklace made from mother-of-pearl called “balamuty”
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Combination of several strings of coins with metal decorations, several rows of coral, and two rows of glass beads made from Venetian glass
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Beautiful cross embellished with gemstones and many rows of coral necklace decorated with large metal beads
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Many rows of fake corals (made from smalt or clay) and three small icons of God called “molitovka” used as a necklace by religious women. Polissia region, northern part of Ukraine
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Combination of several coral necklaces, pearl necklaces, and a row of dukach coins. Wedding jewelry of a wealthy woman from Kolomyia district, Ivano-Frankivsk region, the beginning of the 20th century
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Wide bead weaving necklace from Lemko region of Ukraine (part of Transcarpathian region, western part of the country), the early 20th century. The necklace is decorated with colorful geometric patterns
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Re: Jewelry as a part of national costumes

Posted: Tue Sep 26, 2017 1:25 pm
by sofiya
Tunisian traditional jewels

There are 6 main jewelry pieces that are a must-have for every Tunisian woman. No matter vintage or modern, these items are in every female’s jewelry box in Tunisia.

Rayhana – pendants at the temples made from small metal hoops, often decorated with semi-precious stones.
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Large earrings. Usually, they are moon-shaped or khomsa-shaped (the shape of a hand) and decorated with beads, semi-precious stones, and metal elements.
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Tlila – necklace decorated with 7 coins, pearls, metal elements, and other beads.
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Meguies – rings of intricate design. A lot of Tunisian jewelry pieces are made using a technique “wire weaving”; the items are made from gold or silver wire. There are many various designs of meguies.
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Khlel – Tunisian traditional fibula (brooch). Usually, it is triangular-shaped or moon-shaped.
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Kholkhal – Tunisian anklet (ankle bracelet). It is traditionally worn by females with a wedding outfit.
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Re: Jewelry as a part of national costumes

Posted: Tue Oct 17, 2017 9:00 am
by sofiya
Indian traditional necklace worn with a sari. The necklace is large and pretty but it’s an imitation jewelry. Many Indian women use imitation jewelry instead of golden ones.
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Re: Jewelry as a part of national costumes

Posted: Mon Nov 20, 2017 11:29 am
by sofiya
Several more samples of Ukrainian necklaces. Also, you can see the traditional headdresses used in certain regions of Ukraine.

Traditional costume of a married woman from Zalishchyky district, Ternopil region (western part of Ukraine). She has a large kerchief with floral print on. Her jewelry set consists of many rows of coral necklaces, several rows of glass beads (including Venetian glass), a large silver coin called “dukach”, and a narrow bead weaving choker called “sylianka”
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Traditional costume of a married woman from Borshchiv district, Ternopil region (western part of Ukraine). Her headdress is called “namitka” – it is a long rectangular piece of cloth with embroidered ends. Her necklace consists of many rows of coral and a narrow bead weaving choker called “sylianka” adorned with silver coins
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Traditional costume of a married woman from Bukovyna region of Ukraine (western part of Ukraine, close to the border with Romania). The headdress is called “namitka” – it is a long rectangular piece of cloth thoroughly embroidered. Her jewelry set consists of several rows of Venetian glass beads and several rows of ordinary glass beads
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Re: Jewelry as a part of national costumes

Posted: Wed Dec 27, 2017 10:08 am
by sofiya
Gorgeous hairpins used by European upper-class women. These all are vintage pins decorated with gold, silver, precious and semi-precious stones. The rims are intricate and delicate. These hairpins are real masterpieces.
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Re: Jewelry as a part of national costumes

Posted: Thu Jan 11, 2018 11:04 am
by sofiya
Traditional Indian jewelry pieces for women – nath and nathni

Nath is a hoop-shaped nose ring with a chain. Nathni is a hoop-shaped nose ring but without a chain. Nathni is worn in the western Indian states of Gujarat and Rajasthan. It is a bridal jewelry item with a deeply symbolic meaning. Some Indians even believe that nose piercing helps to lessen the pain during the childbirth.
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Re: Jewelry as a part of national costumes

Posted: Mon Feb 05, 2018 10:35 am
by sofiya
Ugandan beaded necklaces made from recycled paper. Local females are really skilled craftswomen. They make beautiful colorful beads and use them to produce handmade necklaces.
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Re: Jewelry as a part of national costumes

Posted: Thu Feb 15, 2018 9:42 am
by sofiya
Tunisian traditional fibulas (brooches) called “khlel”. Beautiful Tunisian silver jewelry

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Re: Jewelry as a part of national costumes

Posted: Wed Feb 21, 2018 10:39 am
by sofiya
Indian traditional bracelet called “punchi”.
It is a bracelet worn by women on the wrist. Punchi is made from gold and richly decorated with gems or little gold balls. This jewelry piece is massive, just as it is typical for Indian jewels.
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