Armenian 'taraz' jewelry is bold, deeply meaningful and rooted in culture, reflecting identity, artistic traditions, and social status. Though born and raised in the U.S., jewelry Designer Alexis Kirk, expressed his own Armenian heritage through his work, bringing its intricate designs and aesthetic into fashion jewelry of the 1970s and 80s. He went on to draw inspiration from distinctive traditional jewelry cultures around the world, bringing thier unique aesthetics to the runways of Europe and the US. This exemplary statement necklace has the silhouette and bold presence of traditional taraz jewelry, though is cast in a gold plated metal instead of woven in silver materials. Evoking the unique, expressive effect of bib necklaces from across the globe, this design mixes elements from different cultures and time periods to create something all together new and ready to wear with contemporary fashion. Its bright gold plating shows little wear and shines radiantly over the necklace's dynamic textures and dimensions. This magnificent necklace adorns the collar with eye-catching movement as its draped chains and hanging pendants dance along with its wearer. The perfect centerpiece in any ensemble, this necklace makes an alluring statement certain to spark curiosity and conversation!

• Made around 1980
• By Alexis Kirk
• Costume metal, gold plated
• Crescent plate measures about 7 inches across, and about 3 1/2 inches wide including draped chains and pendants. Necklace measures about 20 inches long, but wears more like a 15-16 inch necklace due to its design. 

Inventory# P19181