Hmong jewelry for sale is a unique chance to buy hand-crafted tribal silver fashion wear. Current trends are all about wearing antique ornaments and combining these with bold, modern styles. Handcrafted, original pieces such as these are favored by those who appreciate high quality silver combined with ethnic originality.
Each piece is uniquely hand-crafted and made of high grade silver and etched with traditional designs. The styles range from the very popular cuff-style bracelet with incised designs to traditional neckbands that make very attractive chokers. The designs are sometimes etched against a black background which makes them really stand out.
The hill tribe people who make these designs have a long history and originally came from South China. When the Chinese moved in, they were pushed further into the mountainous areas of Laos and Thailand. They became quite famous as the first ethnic group to successfully grow and sell opium. Yielding to international pressure, the local government persuaded them to switch to growing more commercially acceptable crops such as coffee and fruit.
After the Communist Chinese takeover, the Hmong were severely persecuted. As a result, many emigrated to Canada and the United States. At present they have a population of about one million. Despite the influence of 21st century society, they remain a fiercely independent people who continue to observe their cultural traditions.
These ethnic people consider silver to have spiritual qualities and able to ward off evil as well as assure unending happiness. Both men and women wear silver neck bands and bracelets, especially at special occasions. During the New Year celebrations, households will traditionally show off all of their silver objects in a display of wealth.
As a result of their beliefs about silver, there are many outstanding silversmiths among these tribal people. They are very proud of the craftsmanship of their jewelry pieces, pointing out that it is of much better quality and workmanship than silver products that are commercially produced. One must admit that this type of ethnic jewelry is strikingly beautiful as well as being made of high grade high content silver and expertly incised with traditional motifs.
Each piece is uniquely wrought although the traditional motifs are strictly observed. Especially attractive are the 92.5 silver earrings in a swirled pattern as well as the dangle earrings which consist of flat silver, crescent-and incised with designs. Also available are beautiful silver hairpins that make unique hair accessories.
Other types of ornaments include thin round bangle bracelets made of a split coil design. Cuff bracelets, always popular, come in thicker bands of silver and are either simple and unadorned or incised with an intricate floral motif. Long necklaces made of many inter-connecting links are also beautifully designed and highly unique.
Hmong jewelry for sale makes it possible to buy unique, high quality silver ornaments. They are much sought after for their unique craftsmanship by ladies who appreciate their unique one-of-a-kind characteristic. These beautiful adornments can be worn traditionally as well as worn to set off modern apparel in a striking way. Either way, these silver ornaments are sure to provide a lifetime of wearing enjoyment.
Each piece is uniquely hand-crafted and made of high grade silver and etched with traditional designs. The styles range from the very popular cuff-style bracelet with incised designs to traditional neckbands that make very attractive chokers. The designs are sometimes etched against a black background which makes them really stand out.
The hill tribe people who make these designs have a long history and originally came from South China. When the Chinese moved in, they were pushed further into the mountainous areas of Laos and Thailand. They became quite famous as the first ethnic group to successfully grow and sell opium. Yielding to international pressure, the local government persuaded them to switch to growing more commercially acceptable crops such as coffee and fruit.
After the Communist Chinese takeover, the Hmong were severely persecuted. As a result, many emigrated to Canada and the United States. At present they have a population of about one million. Despite the influence of 21st century society, they remain a fiercely independent people who continue to observe their cultural traditions.
These ethnic people consider silver to have spiritual qualities and able to ward off evil as well as assure unending happiness. Both men and women wear silver neck bands and bracelets, especially at special occasions. During the New Year celebrations, households will traditionally show off all of their silver objects in a display of wealth.
As a result of their beliefs about silver, there are many outstanding silversmiths among these tribal people. They are very proud of the craftsmanship of their jewelry pieces, pointing out that it is of much better quality and workmanship than silver products that are commercially produced. One must admit that this type of ethnic jewelry is strikingly beautiful as well as being made of high grade high content silver and expertly incised with traditional motifs.
Each piece is uniquely wrought although the traditional motifs are strictly observed. Especially attractive are the 92.5 silver earrings in a swirled pattern as well as the dangle earrings which consist of flat silver, crescent-and incised with designs. Also available are beautiful silver hairpins that make unique hair accessories.
Other types of ornaments include thin round bangle bracelets made of a split coil design. Cuff bracelets, always popular, come in thicker bands of silver and are either simple and unadorned or incised with an intricate floral motif. Long necklaces made of many inter-connecting links are also beautifully designed and highly unique.
Hmong jewelry for sale makes it possible to buy unique, high quality silver ornaments. They are much sought after for their unique craftsmanship by ladies who appreciate their unique one-of-a-kind characteristic. These beautiful adornments can be worn traditionally as well as worn to set off modern apparel in a striking way. Either way, these silver ornaments are sure to provide a lifetime of wearing enjoyment.
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