A unique piece inspired by historical jewelry traditions — combining craftsmanship, character, and timeless design.
– Museum-quality reproduction
– Inspired by historical designs
– Crafted with attention to historical detail
– A unique piece — not found in ordinary jewelry stores
The history of the jewelry
This combination of blue ceramic beads, carnelian, and gilded links on this Egyptian necklace, is similar to the arm ornament that belonged to the high priest Pi-nudjem II of Thebes. He was the de facto ruler of Upper Egypt towards the end of the 21st Dynasty (from about 960 BC onwards).
The original piece of jewelry combined gold, lapis, and carnelian pearls. Gold was considered a divine metal and referred to the shining sun god Ra. Lapis was sacred and reflected the blue sky, and carnelian was considered to represent physical strength and courage.
Material: Blue glass, carnelian, pewter beads with gold finish, toggle and bar closure
Length: 20"
A statement piece inspired by royal craftsmanship — made to be noticed.
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Inspired by museum collections and historical originals
This piece is based on historical originals and reflects the materials, techniques, and aesthetic qualities found in period jewellery. Rather than a uniform modern finish, it may show subtle variations in surface, texture, and detail. These are not defects, but part of the character that gives the piece its historical presence.
The history of the jewelry
This combination of blue ceramic beads, carnelian, and gilded links on this Egyptian necklace, is similar to the arm ornament that belonged to the high priest Pi-nudjem II of Thebes. He was the de facto ruler of Upper Egypt towards the end of the 21st Dynasty (from about 960 BC onwards).
The original piece of jewelry combined gold, lapis, and carnelian pearls. Gold was considered a divine metal and referred to the shining sun god Ra. Lapis was sacred and reflected the blue sky, and carnelian was considered to represent physical strength and courage.
Material: Blue glass, carnelian, pewter beads with gold finish, toggle and bar closure
Length: 20"
This piece is based on historical originals and reflects the materials, techniques, and aesthetic qualities found in period jewellery. Rather than a uniform modern finish, it may show subtle variations in surface, texture, and detail. These are not defects, but part of the character that gives the piece its historical presence.
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