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.

spiralled red chev

A wonderful 5 layered Venetian chevron bead with transparent, white, transparent, white and red layers. I have worn this bead for many years. Again acquired from and I believe cut by Rick Rice. This beads gets lots of attention from bead savvy dealers in Morocco. I believe the cane was sourced in Venice....Rick may be able to tell us more....never seen another like it...but would like to own more of these!! Especially love the twist to the outer layer
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