Article: Bracelets Remain Popular From Roman Times To Now

Bracelets Remain Popular From Roman Times To Now

Bracelet popularity dates back to the Roman times and continues today.



Roman bracelets shared many of the design patterns of necklaces and earrings from that era. The ever popular ball earrings from that era were nicely matched with a ball style bracelet. Engraved bangles and snake bracelets were very popular during Roman times. Bracelets made of twisted coil with lion head ends were common place, as were the two part bracelets ending with a pair of lion heads.



The Heracles knot bracelet is recognized as a Roman era piece. The Roman?s were very creative in the designing of their jewelry. However they still borrowed from Greek motifs. Palmettos, fleeing dogs and acanthus leaves, all of Greek origin, were often seen in the designing of Roman jewelry.


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