9ct Yellow Gold Square Bead Snake Anklet

This anklet is crafted in 9ct yellow gold, featuring a square beaded snake link with a width of 1mm. The anklet has a total length of 10” and is complimented with a secure bolt clasp.

Jewellery Odyssey:

It is believed, that as far back as the ancient Sumerians from the Mesopotamian region (about 5,000 years ago), women would wear anklets as a sign of their husbands wealth. Throughout theses middle eastern countries, anklets continued to be a very popular accessory.

Particularly for ancient Egyptian women, who were well known for their love of personal adornment. From the upper class to royalty, Egyptian women would wear anklets made of semi-precious stones and precious metals, as a sign of status and wealth. Whereas the poorer lower class Egyptian women, would wear handmade alternatives using: simple metals (such as iron or silver) with painted stones, shells and clay. They would include symbolic amulets, that would either provide magical powers of healing and protection or be used as lucky talismans, which brought good fortune to the future and the afterlife.

Sourced through the ancient trade network along the Silk Road, beautifully vibrant gemstones such as Lapis Lazuli and Amethyst, would frequently embellish anklets created during the ancient Persian era. Anklets have also been very desirable within ancient Indian culture and literature, consequently they are still a customary item to be worn during wedding ceremonies.

During the mid-1960s, the fashion in both America and western countries, was influenced by eastern cultures. Anklets rapidly became a fashion staple and have continued to remain in vogue.

Anklets:

The standard length of anklets are 10”. For a more comfortable fit, the length of the anklet may need altering. If you require the length to be shorter or longer, please let use know. You can either fill out the enquiry form below, or contact us directly. We will see if we can help, to make any bespoke alterations for your request, or advise you further.

P.S. If you would like to accessorise your anklet by adding charms, they can either be threaded onto your anklet or we can securely fix them, by soldering the round link.

Jewellery Care Precautions:

Avoid direct contact with: perfume, lotions, skincare, hairspray / other chemicals. Remove, your jewellery: when showering, swimming (as both chlorine and saltwater will react with metals), washing your hands / using hand sanitisers, before going to bed or when participating in physical activities (going to the gym, exercising, gardening, housework etc….).

Beware, metals may tarnish over time due to oxygen contact and natural body oils. Prevent items from being exposed to moisture and direct sunlight, for long periods. Store jewellery in a dry place away from humidity, in a pouch/jewellery box and keep each piece separated from each other. Care, for your jewellery by cleaning with a soft dry cloth.

Yellow Gold:

Gold as an element, in its purest form will not tarnish, but gold used in jewellery has been alloyed with other metals, to increase durability. These metals have properties that when in contact with oxygen, chemicals, oils or other substances - will result in a surface tarnish or damage and corrosion. Even the pH level of you skin and the natural oils it produces, can tarnish your gold jewellery.

To prevent your gold jewellery from tarnishing or even disintegrating, avoid exposure to household chemicals, bleaches, toothpaste, baking soda and other cleaning abrasives. Wearing jewellery in places where perfumes, hairsprays, body lotions have been applied on your body, will increase tarnishing. Wear your jewellery after the products have been applied. To clean your gold jewellery, use a mild soap with warm water and dry with a soft cloth. For professional cleaning, our workshop can polish your jewellery back to life.