Anklets....History along with desings (Historic,Silver,Gold and Gold plated)

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Anklets have a long and rich history in the world. Over the years, women from many cultures used ankle bracelets to create a sexy appearance, show their wealth, signal marital status, attract a suitor, and attract attention to their lovely, well groomed, feet. Indeed, the use of anklet bracelets may have been the precursor to the modern pedicure, painted toenails, and high heels.

From the ancient Sumerians in Mesopotamia over 4000 years ago came the first evidence of the use of ankle bracelets. Based on study of this civilization, it is believed that the jewelry of the wife signaled the wealth of her husband, much as jewelry can show the wealth of a women or her family today.

In Ancient Egypt, both the rich and poor wore anklets. The wealthy wore anklets adorned with precious stones and made from expensive metals, while the poor used them to display charms and amulets.

In the past, throughout the Middle East, the anklets were often connected by a stretch of chain to create a shorter, feminine step.

The ankle bracelet initially became popular in the United States in the 1950s, and saw a resurgence in popularity in the 1970s as women began wearing bracelets with their name or initials on them. Based on a few stories about anklets that I have found on the internet, it was the custom in some areas in the United States back in the 1970s for a man to give a women an ankle bracelet to signify that they were in a relationship, which the women added a chain to and wore around her neck.

In addition to their use in the twenty-first century among the fashionable, ankle bracelets have also taken on a decidedly practical turn for some. Police and the judicial system have turned to anklets in order to monitor the activities of the criminal, the rehabilitated, and those in need of rehabilitation. Suspected criminals awaiting trial, in addition to posting bail, may need to wear an ankle bracelet allowing the court to monitor their activity. The same goes for some parolees after they have been released from overcrowded prisons. Modern ankle bracelets can provide a gps location of their wearer to the judicial system or a parole officer, allowing greater monitoring of their activities.Or, in the case of Lindsay Lohan, who wore an alcohol detecting anklet, the ability to sense their proximity to alcohol.

Anklet History of India

But the richest history of anklets may have developed in India. Anklets were an important custom used to signal marital status and still are an important part of ceremonial wedding garments.


But marriage and relationship status weren't the only things which anklets were used for in history. Indian women also attached anklets with bells during dances to create a beautiful jingle to accompany their movements. The use of ankle bracelets as an accessory to a dance costume was also seen among belly dancers in the Middle East, who generally wore intricate jewelry along with their outfits.


These have been in use since ages & the fragile beauty of a woman's anklets get multiplied when ornamented with a pair of uniquely designed anklets, perfect piece of art. They can easily gel well with both formal and casual wears & has become a quite fashion rage among all age groups, especially the teenage group.

Traditionally in use, anklets have even taken up the current fashion world with a storm & they are being worn by both young and unmarried women in India.

The anklets come with loving embellishments, intricate carvings and other fine artistry easily done on metal. Earlier they were made of silver or brass but their popularity has made the manufacturers try out other metals and experiment with traditional and contemporary designs.

Types
The anklets have always enhanced the dainty & feminine side with elegance. There are varied types of materials used for defining the shape of anklets available in traditional and chunky designing. Such as :

Sterling Silver Anklet
Shells Anklet
Plastic Anklet
Wooden Anklet
Stone Anklet
Bone Anklet
Glass Anklet
Jute Anklet
Ivory Anklet
Crystal Anklets
Rhodium anklets
Yellow and white Gold anklets
Imitation anklets
Diamond anklets
Beaded anklets
Metal anklets
Platinum anklets
gemstone anklets

Design and Finish
The variety of designs & finishings adopted for completing the look of the anklets are in numerous which heavily depends on the quality of material to be used. Often embellishments done with bead work, stone work & ghunghroos manifold the elegant beauty of the anklets. Handcrafted beaded anklets adorned with gemstones and pearls are quite a rage among females while sterling silver anklets beautified with floral and animal figures created from crystal are as well breathtaking & enchanting. Kundan & lac work with gold plated beads and colored pearls have always been in vogue while multicolored drop and rosette anklets still appeal the women folks.

 

Why wear an anklet?

For years, your legs and feet have been ignored by the jewelry world. No doubt they felt that you spent your cash on shoes and you wouldn't buy an item that was often covered by your pants. But as the competitive fashion world looked for another avenue to draw attention to their models' legs or shoes, they found that a shiny ankle bracelet was quite effective.

You probably never thought about wearing jewelry around your ankles before the anklet was invented. But the trend caught on among young American women as they found that an anklet was a great piece of jewelry to complement their desire to ditch high heels for flip flops in the spring and summer. Whether you want to attract attention to your long legs and lovely shoes, or dress up an outfit where you have dressed down, the anklet is the answer.

An ankle chain also makes a great accessory for a barefoot walk on the beach in the summer. Just because you'll be going without shoes doesn't mean that you can't attract attention to your feet. In fact, one place where you'll frequently find anklets worn is at beach weddings. Whether the bride is bearfoot or wearing sandals, she will often be found wearing an anklet to add an upscale look to her comfortable traditional footwear.

Why should your ears and neck have all the fun and leave your ankles bare to the world? Foot jewelry can make a statement about your interests, add color to an outfit, or simply put the world at your feet!

Are you tired of your ordinary jewelry?

If you are looking to set yourself apart from others, display your fashion sense, and become the envy of all your friends, then you'll no doubt find that you need to expand beyond the typical collection of jewelry (earrings, necklaces, watches, and rings). When you find that your everyday accessories just aren't attracting the same compliments that they once did, and even your new pieces are blending in with the old, it's time to buy a couple anklets.

 

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Here comes the ancient designs....

Surf this below link for more patterns like this..please click on each image to know the details.You will say WOW!!!!
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My dear kalyani
You have given me the first chime chime though I too keep myself from those sound.The one and only occasion I worn a meenakari anklet was on my wedding day.Becose of my MIL's wish, I left it for a week alone to stay with me.But admire those beauty feet with gleaming anklets.

This time no one can make a complaint that I'm always tempting them with high class Gold adorns...as these are only simple and trendy one that anyone can go for it.

Wait for more stuffs.
Thnaksssssssssssssss.

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Some hand made designer anklets

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Cherish those pretty Indian feet with these beautiful adornment....

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