Post by suewerry on Oct 22, 2011 4:57:19 GMT 1
The first signs of jewellery came from the people in Africa. Jade Rings Perforated beads made from snail shells have been found dating to 75,000 years ago at Blombos Cave. In Kenya, at Enkapune Ya Muto, beads made from perforated ostrich egg shells have been dated to more than 40,000 years ago. Jade Bangle In costume jewellery, stainless steel findings are sometimes used. Bead embroidery design.
Other commonly used materials include glass, such as fused-glass or enamel; wood, often carved or turned; Jade Necklaces shells and other natural animal substances such as bone and ivory; natural clay; polymer clay; and even plastics. Hemp and other twines have been used as well to create jewellery that has more of a natural feel. Jade Jewelry However, any inclusion of lead or lead solder will cause an English Assay office (the building which gives English jewellery its stamp of approval, the Hallmark) to destroy the piece.
Other commonly used materials include glass, such as fused-glass or enamel; wood, often carved or turned; Jade Necklaces shells and other natural animal substances such as bone and ivory; natural clay; polymer clay; and even plastics. Hemp and other twines have been used as well to create jewellery that has more of a natural feel. Jade Jewelry However, any inclusion of lead or lead solder will cause an English Assay office (the building which gives English jewellery its stamp of approval, the Hallmark) to destroy the piece.