A digital archive showcasing the extensive collection of jewellery and adornment images shared on the former Ethnic Jewels Ning site over the years. These images have significantly enriched discussions on cultural adornment and its global dispersion.

Afghan Wedding Necklace detail

Afghanistan in the 1970s offered such pieces for collectors. Actually all the components for this piece were purchased during several shopping trips to the various bazaars. Then the so-called wedding necklace was assembled in Afghanistan in 1974.
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