necklaces

Jewelry worn below

Necklaces are ornamental chains or strings worn around the neck, typically made of precious metals, beads, gems, or other decorative materials.

They range from simple chains to elaborate pieces featuring pendants, charms, or intricate designs.

Necklaces serve as jewelry, religious symbols, or status markers across cultures.

She layered several gold necklaces for a bolder look.

The singular necklace is far more common in everyday use.

jewelry

pendant

Suspended jewelry ornament

  • chainLinked segments forming length
  • chokerClose-fitting neck jewelry
  • claspSecuring device that clicks

beads · strand · collar · rope · matinee · bib · statement piece · layered · dainty · chunky

materials

gold

Element seventy-nine

  • silverLustrous white precious metal
  • platinumDense precious silvery metal
  • pearlsIridescent oyster-made gems

diamonds · gemstones · crystals · turquoise · jade · coral · amber · onyx · opal · sapphire

cultural

mala

Prayer bead necklace

rosary · prayer beads · amber beads · cowrie shells · bone carving · scarab · hamsa · evil eye · cross · Star of David

construction

stringing

Passing through sequentially

setting · bezel · prong · jump rings · lobster claw · toggle · spring ring · extender · bail · findings

occasion

bridal

Of wedding ceremonies

  • weddingMarriage rite and feast
  • promHigh school formal dance
  • formalFollowing strict protocol

evening · anniversary · engagement · graduation · birthday gift · Valentine · bridesmaid · black tie · cocktail · everyday

Categories
Opposites
body placement

necklacesbracelets

Wrist-worn jewelry loops

anklets · rings · earrings · toe rings · belly chains

Phrases
Family

necklace

Familiarity
Top 20,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G