Did you know that Egyptian jewelry is very popular? Egyptian Jewelry in general gets approximately 30,000 online searches per month. When you get more specific with the type of Egyptian jewelry, you will find even more traffic searching for Egyptian jewelry.

One such search word is the cartouche. A cartouche in Egyptian culture is basically a name plate. A cartouche was originally attached to the coffins of the kings and queens. Later, people would hire artists to create a cartouche for their coffin. It was believed by the Egyptian people, that if you had your name written down somewhere, you would not disappear when you die. A cartouche is now very fashionable to wear as jewelry. Now you can have your name written in hieroglyphics. The cartouche makes a beautiful jewelry piece, sterling silver with beautiful 18k gold symbols.

Another type of Egyptian jewelry is the Ankh. The Ankh is the symbol of life. it is also the symbol of Christianity. It is a simple loop in the design of a cross. It can be simple or ornate. Necklaces such as the cross or the Ankh can be personal, yet be a proclamation of your faith.

Have you heard of the Scarab? A Scarab is the symbol for renewal and rebirth. Not only was Egyptian jewelry beautiful, but it had religious and magical meaning.

Not only are symbols important in Egyptian Jewelry, but the metal and the gems are also meaningful. The popular materials in this type of jewelry are: Jasper, Malachite, Lapiz and Turquois are important gemstones as well as Silver, Gold, and Bronze.

If you want a conversation piece, wear a cartouche with your name in hieroglyphics and everyone you know will stop to admire it and ask you about it.

The cartouche can look very dressy. It can be simple or very ornate. A sterling silver cartouche can start around $50. However a nice 18k gold cartouche can cost well over a thousand dollars. Today the cartouche is a blend of ancient designs and contemporary look. You can also purchase a cartouche ring, rather than a necklace. Have you heard of the Ka bracelet? I love the look of this bracelet, with the lotus flower, which symbolizes the circle of life and death . It is also inlaid with gemstones. It is a beautiful piece of jewelry. I recommend searching online for a Ka bracelet.

Some great Egyptian experts can be found online. Just type 'Egyptian jewelry' in the search engines and you will find hundreds of good companies to purchase this exquisite jewelry.

Sheri Steffens
Owner,
Anne Dick Jewelry

http://www.annedickjewelry.com