The Variations of the Necklace
The word collier comes from French and can be translated as necklace or neckpiece.
Over the course of history, the necklace has taken on many different forms – from understated and simple versions to the magnificent examples decorated all over with diamonds and precious stones , which were worn especially in royal families on festive occasions.
Regardless of the different decorations, the necklace remains today the epitome of a high-quality and elegant piece of jewelry.
The necklace and its diverse forms in history
Necklaces were already being worn in the Paleolithic period - but they didn't have much in common with what we understand as a necklace today. The basic materials were roughly worked wood, stone, ivory or shells. It was only gradually that people's craftsmanship skills became more sophisticated and they began to work with metal, silver and gold . Necklaces were made from these materials - the first forerunners of today's necklaces.
As soon as technical skills permitted it, these chains were decorated with a variety of ornamental decorations. This art craft reached its peak in ancient Egypt.
The necklace was very popular in the 15th and 16th centuries; at that time it was worn as a wide gold chain.
However, the shape of the necklace changed again in the late 16th century. With the advent of Spanish fashion, the piece of jewellery became a little more delicate and was preferably set with sparkling gemstones or oriental pearls.
At the beginning of the 18th century, tight-fitting velvet ribbons decorated with finely ornamented pendants were worn. Towards the end of the century, it became fashionable to wear sets of several pieces of jewellery. They usually consisted of a necklace with a matching ring,
Exquisite necklaces from your jeweler
Are you interested in a necklace? At RENÉSIM you can get an exquisite one-of-a-kind piece that is lovingly and carefully crafted using the finest gemstones and the highest quality precious metals . You can get an extremely valuable necklace set all around with diamonds for festive evening events, as well as simpler necklaces with colored gemstone or diamond pendants.
Individual necklaces by RENÉSIM
Are you looking for a necklace that exactly matches your wishes? We would be happy to realize your ideas and make your dream of an individual necklace come true. Contact us without obligation and we will be happy to work with you to create an individual design.
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