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.

Headdress

Typical Ersari headdress with the silver coins, and red glass beads, backed with Russian Chintz from the 30's. Ersari Turkoman
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  • beautiful with all these coins and silver beads! I discovered recently how interesting ethnic and old textiles are! (From the photos here on Ethnic!).

  • It makes sense to show costume also since it's part of the whole ethnicity and  also since the jewelry and clothing went hand in hand it gives a better and realistic view to everyone.

  • Beautiful
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