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• A necklace is an article of jewelry worn around the neck. Normally it is formed from a metal chain, but it can also be formed from string, leather, or other various materials.

• Fast Facts

  1. Dates back to 30,000 B.C.
  2. Originally made of bones, teeth or claws
  3. Gold materials used beginning in 2500 B.C.
  4. Archeologists believe the necklace was born during the stone age
  5. Ancient Egyptian neck jewelry evolved from simple stringed beads to complicated patterns and include the ‘broad collar’ and pectoral type http://ezinearticles.com/?The-History-of...

• Different Shapes and Sizes

  There are different types of necklaces that people wear, for a myriad of reasons: the Bib Necklace, with multiple strands of stepped pearls; the Choker, which sits snuggly along the base of the neck; the Dog Collar, consisting of multiple strands that also sit close to the neck; the Graduated Necklace, which is a single strand of pearls with a larger pearl located in the middle; the Matinee Necklace, which hangs long into the chest area; the Opera Necklace, which sits just above the breastbone; the Princess Necklace which can vary in length between those of the Choker and Matinee; the Sautoir, also referred to as Rope Necklace; and the Uniform Necklace, consisting of pearls that appear to be the same size.

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  Pendants | Bracelets | Pearls | Diamonds | Earrings | Engagement Rings | Rings | Watches | Wedding Rings | Digital Watch | Barrettes | Chokers | Ear Piercing Tips

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