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Necklaces

NecklaceNecklace refers to any continuous band or chain, worn around the neck as an ornament. They are a beautiful addition to a costume. They add color and personal style.

These are popular across the country among girls and women of all ages. Necklaces are made of a variety of materials, ranging from glass beads to gold and diamonds.

One special necklace, however, is the mangalasutra, worn only by married women. It is the Indian equivalent of the western wedding ring. Traditionally a woman wore it during her wedding ceremony and took it off only if her husband died.

Necklace refers to any continuous band or chain, worn around the neck as an ornament. They are made in variegated designs and distinct styles that have been brought forth to the international markets by Indian manufacturers. Diversity and an endless choice of designs mark the Indian jewelry industry. A necklace is an article of clothing or jewellery; which is worn around the neck.

Necklaces are frequently formed from a metal chain; often attached to a locket or pendant. Necklaces can also be manufactured with cloth, and they sometimes contain rocks (particularly gems), wood, and/or shells. A necklace sometimes refers to necklacing, a form of execution in which a rubber tire, filled with kerosene, is forced around a victim`s chest and arms and set on fire.

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