Necklace
A necklace is a jewellery item worn round the neck. It is of ancient origin: all civilisations have worn them. They usually figure precious metals and jewels, but may be made of colourful beads.
The Indore necklace
The emeralds threaded onto the necklace were mined in Colombia. The diamonds were mined in India.[1] The necklace's gemstones are believed to have been cut in India in the 17th century,[2] but the early history of the necklace itself is unknown. The first recorded owner of the piece was Tukoji Rao III, Maharaja of Indore (a Princely State in India) in the early 20th century.[2] On his abdication, the necklace was passed to his son, Yashvantrao II, who took up his father's throne. The necklace is sometimes called, though with no reason, the Spanish Inquisition necklace.
Gallery
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Black & white pearls
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Ancient Egypt
Hedy Lamarr
Necklace Media
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Daasanach girls wearing necklaces
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Broad collar beaded Egyptian necklace of the 12th dynasty official Wah from his Theban tomb
Greek - Necklace with Butterfly Pendant - Walters 57386
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- Byzantine; Necklace; Metalwork-Gold
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Torque à tampons Somme-Suippe Musée Saint-Remi 120208
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Chinese necklace with longevity lock
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Girl wearing a Hanfu and a modern-style, pearl yingluo (left), 2021
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A digital audio player (DAP) designed to be worn around the neck
