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Chinese Jewelry |
Chinese jewelry is k Chinese nown to be created from ancient times. In Asia, the Chinese are the first race to make jewelry. Chinese jewelry was first created 5000 years back. The jewelry had religious symbols and orientation. Buddhism being the main religion embodied by the Chinese, there are religious sentiments evident by the designs. The Chinese were master craftsman in creating jewelry out of silver. In China, there are more takers of silver jewelry than gold ones. However, jewelry is also made from gold and other precious stones. Blue is the predominant color and colored stones and glass are used to turn it into their favorite color.
Kingfisher feathers were used in the earlier times to turn the ornaments into blue color. It was later replaced by glass and precious and semi precious stones. Jade is the most favorite color of Chinese jewelry. In most of the traditional Chinese ornaments, you are sure to find ample use of the stone jade. Jade was used more in Chinese jewelry because it is hard and durable compared to other precious and semi precious stones. The green color of the stone makes it all the more attractive and the jewelry appears very regal. The designs were simple in the earlier days and with machines the designs became more complex and intricate.
Chinese jewelry is meant for both male and female. Jewelry was worn by individuals in order to portray wealth and status. Later it was used to enhance the beauty of the wearer. Chinese jewelery for women are more intricate and has detailing. They are made of gold and silver. Chinese jewelry for men are rings, chains, and other accessories. Earrings are the jewelry worn by both men and women in China. Chinese symbols like dragon and others that represent the Chinese year are found in the form of amulets and worn as lucky charm. Some of the Chinese jewelry are decorative items.
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Chinese jewelry is also watches that are made from gold and silver. The watch is worn as a bracelet. Pendants depicting various kinds of Chinese symbols are commonly seen worn with a chain around the neck by both the sexes. There are jewelry sets comprises of earrings, necklaces and rings. Pendants, tiara, toe ring and many more too are part of. There are pearl jewelry too found in China. Pearls are cultured in China so there are pearl jewelry made and worn by Chinese. Diamonds too have become a part of Chinese jewelry.
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