A cartouche necklace is a necklace with an oval pendant that encompasses one's name in Egyptian hieroglyphics. Cartouches were formerly worn by ancient Egyptians royals and meant to protect them from evil spirits. Today, these necklaces are a part of everyday style as a great omen for protection and good luck. Ancient Egyptians believed that cartouches could protect against evil spirits was widespread in ancient Egypt. This belief was based on the idea that the hieroglyphics in the cartouche were magical spells. The cartouche was thought to trap the evil spirits and prevent them from harming the person or object it was protecting.
The Egyptians were very fond of amulets and in particular cartouche necklace. They believed that these symbols would protect them from danger and it was not unusual for a man to wear one as an amulet, keeping it in his mouth as he slept. Egyptian cartouche necklace has a long and rich history dating back to ancient Egypt. What is a cartouche necklace ?Cartouches were originally used by pharaohs and other members of the royal family as a way to identify themselves and their possessions. They were often inscribed with the pharaoh's name and title, and were believed to offer protection from evil spirits. In modern times, cartouche jewelry has become popular as a way to express one's love of Egyptian culture or to simply wear a beautiful and unique piece of jewelry. Cartouches can be found in a variety of materials, including gold, silver, and even plastic. Egyptian cartouche can be worn as necklaces, earrings, rings, and bracelets. The basic design of a cartouche is a vertical oval with a horizontal line at the bottom. The oval represents the sun, and the horizontal line represents the horizon. The name of the wearer is inscribed inside the cartouche in hieroglyphics. Hieroglyphics is a system of writing that uses pictures to represent sounds and ideas. It was developed by the ancient Egyptians over 5,000 years ago, and was used for centuries for a variety of purposes, including writing down religious texts, historical records, and even love letters. Necklaces are the most popular type of Egyptian cartouche jewelry. They can be made from a variety of materials, including gold, silver, and even plastic. Cartouches can be worn as pendants or as part of a longer necklace. Earrings are another popular type of Egyptian cartouche jewelry. They can be made from a variety of materials, including gold, silver, and even plastic. Cartouches can be worn as studs or as dangle earrings. Today, Egyptian cartouche jewelry is a popular way to commemorate a trip to Egypt, celebrate a special occasion, or simply add a touch of ancient Egypt to one's wardrobe.
You can order your Cartouche necklace in sterling silver or 18K gold .
Best and easiest way is to polish it with silver or gold cleaning cloth sold at large supermarkets, then store it in a closed plastic bag.
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