Jewelry FAQs
What is the oldest known form of jewelry?
The oldest known jewelry are two beads created from Nassarius sea shells. They were discovered in a cave located in Israel. They are thought to be 100,000 years old.
What is a fibula?
The fibula is not just a bone in the human leg. The term is used to describe ancient brooches. A brooch is a decorative ornament for clothing.
What is a dichroic glass bead?
This type of bead is created with a thin film of metal infused to the surface of the glass. This results in an attractive metal sheen. Traditional lampworking techniques as well as pressing may be used to create such beads.
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