Neck Lace Collection (page 5)

A month after a Samburu youth has been circumcised, he becomes a warrior. He will go to the nearest stream or Waterhole to wash off a months grime

Laikipiak msai lead the camels on a Camel trek at Sabuk

A Hamar woman blows a tin trumpet at a Jumping of the Bull ceremony. The Hamar are semi-nomadic pastoralists of Southwest Ethiopia whose women wear striking traditional dress

In the early morning, a Dassanech man puts on his serval cat skin cape and ostrich-feather headdress to participate in his Dimi ceremony, an important initiation ceremony

A Kwego woman grinds sorghum flour at the entrance to her hut. The Kwego are a Nilotic tribe of semi-nomadic pastoralists who live along the banks of the Omo River in south-western Ethiopia

A Hamar woman in the village square of Dimeka. Married women wear two heavy steel necklaces. This woman wears an extra necklace with steel a steel phallic symbol which identifies her as a first wife

A Karo man with braided hair plays a traditional stringed instrument beside the Omo River near Duss. Young men settle disputes by fighting with hippo hide whips

Colourful beads worn by a woman of the Galeb tribe, Lower Omo Valley, Ethiopia Colourful beads worn by a woman of the Galeb tribe, Lower Omo Valley, Ethiopia, Africa

Hamer Tribesman, Hamer Tribe, Lower Omo Valley, Turmi, Southern Ethiopia, Hamer Tribesman - detail - Hamer Tribe, Lower Omo Valley, Turmi, Southern Ethiopia

During a dance, Muslim girls from the Sultanate of Tadjoura, dress up in all their finery and display the curved daggers of their men

The Hindu goddess Radha, Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, India, Asia

Hindu goddess, Goverdan, Uttar Pradesh, India, Asia

Rama, Sita and Rama again, Goverdan, Uttar Pradesh, India, Asia

Decorated gold necklace. C. 800 BC. Bronze Age. Jewelry. FRANCE. Saint-Germain-en-Laye. Museum of National Antiquities. Proc: PORTUGAL. Evora

Masonic chain. Jewelry. ITALY. Milan. Risorgimento Museum

Sican or Lambayeque Culture (700-1300). Necklace. PERU. Ferre񡦥. Sicᮠ National Museum

Gold Necklace. Celtic art. Jewelry. Proc: PORTUGAL. Miranda do Corvo. Chao de Lamas

Necklace. Neolithic art. Decorative Arts. SPAIN. Vic. Vic Episcopal Museum

Book of the Moghul. Ms. 8300. 17th c. Wedding ceremony. The groom gives the bride a gold necklace. Hindu art. Miniature Painting. ITALY. Venice. Biblioteca nazionale marciana (St. Marks Library)

(1875-1955). American educator. Photographed c1895
MARY McLEOD BETHUNE (1875-1955). American educator. Photographed c1895

Queen Elizabeth I of England. Oil on panel, c1588, attributed to George Gower
QUEEN ELIZABETH I, c1588. Queen Elizabeth I of England. Oil on panel, c1588, attributed to George Gower

King of the Franks, 768-814, and Emperor of the West, 800-814. Gold talisman of Charlemagne, late 8th-9th century
CHARLEMAGNE (742-814). King of the Franks, 768-814, and Emperor of the West, 800-814. Gold talisman of Charlemagne, late 8th-9th century

Hat with Chin Strap 1913
A woman in a black hat with a round crown, up-turned narrow brim & chin-strap. Date: 1913

Alexandra Queen to Edward VII
ALEXANDRA QUEEN TO EDWARD VII The young Danish princess, photographed wearing an impressive pearl necklace. Date: 1844 - 1925

Margaret / Students 1960
PRINCESS MARGARET younger sister of Queen Elizabeth, at the Victoria League Students Club in 1960 (2 of 2) Date: 1930 -

Portrait of a young girl, smiling, having fun on the McDonalds balls playground

USA, New England, Massachusetts, Boston, Bride holding wedding bouquet (MR)

New Mexico, Madrid. Turquoise and silver jewelry Madrid, New Mexico

Russia, Yaroslavl, Uglich, music boxes and jewelry, RESTRICTED: Not available for use by any River Cruise operator. Call for more Information

Russia, St. Petersburg. Russian amber. (RF)

Traditional Hopi Eagle dancer, Clay Kewanwy (Hopi Tewa), dressed in dance regalia during the annual Hopi Indian Festival at the Museum of Northern Arizona, Flagstaff

10 year old Hopi boy, Clay Kewanwytewa, dressed in traditional yucca headband, turquoise beaded choker necklace, woven sash and cape regalia

Traditional Hopi dancer demonstrating a Hopi hunting dance with bow and quiver during the annual Hopi Indian Festival at the Museum of Northern Arizona, Flagstaff

Panama, A portrait of a little wounaan Indian girl. (MR)

Mexico, Guanajuato State, Guanjuato. Silver Jewelry for sale by the famous Valenciana Silver Mine

Oceania, French Polynesia, Tahiti. native woman playing music. MR

Polynesia, Kingdom of Tonga, Nuku alofa. Details of a seed necklace left on a grave site in the cemetery

Souvenirs for pilgrims, rosary beads, with crosses with the name Medugorje, near Mostar. Medjugorje. Federation Bosne i Hercegovine. Bosnia Herzegovina

Russia, St. Petersburg. Russian amber

Greek souvenir beads on rack in downtown shopping area of Plaka, Athens, Greece

Pendants on display in the Grand Bazaar, Istanbul, Turkey

Silver pendants in the Grand Bazaar, Istanbul, Turkey

Thailand, Sukhothai. Thai silver jewelry

Medicine and fetish market. Djemaa el-Fna (the square), Marrakesh, Morocco

Necklaces for sale in the Old City, Essaouira, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

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"From Anne Boleyn to the Roaring Twenties: The Enduring Allure of the Neck Lace" Throughout history, necklaces have been more than just pieces of jewelry. They hold stories, symbolize power, and captivate hearts. Take a journey through time as we explore some fascinating hints about necklaces that have left an indelible mark on our collective imagination. In the court of Henry VIII, Anne Boleyn's infamous "B" necklace became a powerful emblem of her influence and ambition. It was said to be adorned with precious gemstones and pearls fit for a queen. Fast forward to the 1920s, where flapper girls sat at cocktail bars wearing long strands of pearls that swung freely with their every move. These necklaces embodied rebellion against societal norms and exuded an air of sophistication. Traveling eastward, we encounter Hindu mythology where Freyja's necklace played a pivotal role in Norse legends. This mythical piece brought love and fertility but also caused chaos when stolen by Loki—a tale echoing themes found in many cultures worldwide. Scientific brilliance meets elegance when Marie Curie is captured wearing a delicate necklace in an old photograph. A reminder that even amidst groundbreaking discoveries, femininity can shine through. The world-renowned pianist Clara Schumann graced concert halls while donning exquisite necklaces that complemented her musical prowess. Her lithograph showcases not only her talent but also her impeccable taste in fashion. In contrast to these refined images stands Mary Tudor's imposing presence with Egleton around her neck—an extravagant display of opulence befitting royalty during turbulent times. Turning our attention westward, we glimpse Chief Two Moons from the Cheyenne tribe proudly displaying his tribal adornments—a testament to cultural heritage preserved through generations. Fashion magazines like The Tatler immortalized iconic moments such as their Autumn Fashion Number in 1955—where models flaunted glamorous necklaces that set trends for the season.