Turkish Jewellery

Materials & Craftmanship

Tourists visit the historical Istanbul Grand Bazaar, Istanbul that was established in 1455 for all their vacation shopping. The popular metals used to create Turkish jewellery are silver, copper, gold, iron, and lead. The unique oxidizing of the metal creates the signature aesthetics of the region, the darkened metal highlights the jewels and stones used in the pieces. Gemstones, beads, leather and fur jewellery are also commonly used to create combination jewellery pieces. The symbols used in Turkish motifs include calligraphy, Hamsa hand, tulip flower and feather motifs.

Necklace

The elaborate necklace and chokers are created with broad plates, coins paired with chains and tassels creating a heavy piece of jewellery. The Matha Patti designs are famously worn by actresses in Turkish drama, Ertugrul. They are broad, covering the entire front lob of the head falling on the forehead. These headpieces are worn by brides even in the Kashmir region. Their ethnic quality is considered fashionable and festive worn with bridal dresses. 

Design Philosophy 

The master craftsmanship is learned over decades of practice and taught from generation to generation creating the perfect antique jewellery style popular in Turkish jewellery sold online. The Sterling Silver is called Bijoux Jewellery and has a shiny and bright finish, these jewels have beautifully placed stones in delicate chains inspired by European style and worn by brides with a white dress. The Ottoman-style jewellery is darker, antique, vintage and ethnic using gold as a base for creating rings, bracelets, necklaces and rings.

Gemstones

Gemstones such as Cubic, Amethyst, Chalcedony, Citrine, Coral, Emerald, Chrysoprase, Hematite, Kyanite, Labradorite, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Pearl, Turquoise, Agate, Pyrite, Ruby, Jade, Sapphire, Quartz, Mother Of Pearl, Cats Eye, Tigers Eye and Crystal Bead are used, famous for their regional identification and associations with Turkish history and culture.