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One of the most famous designs in the field of jewelries, a love knot necklace has never been considered a passé. This specific design is timeless and it withstood many jewelry fashion fads for decades.
Love knot necklaces have been patronized by jewelry aficionados because it symbolizes a bond between two lovers. It is oftentimes taken also as a token of love or as a pledge of mutual affection. It is a favorite piece of romantic jewelry
Known also as a true lover’s knot, its legend originated from Dutch sailors during 16th century. When the sailors left their homeland for their ocean voyages that oftentimes took months or years and was considered the chance of not being back again, the sailors would tie a knot to remind them of their loved ones. The knots were two intertwining overhand knots that symbolized two intertwined lovers.
Hence the love knot design was conceived. This was taken further by the goldsmith as they made romantic pieces of jewelries to express love and commitment of any two lovers.
Another contributing factor about the trend of love knot necklace is it is considered in some primitive cultures that any knots possess magical powers. These magical powers can either be good or evil. However, the knot is usually linked to weather, health, love and spirits.
Nowadays, love knot necklace is one of the most sought after design particularly for wedding events, Valentine’s gift, couple anniversaries, proposals or engagement occasions. It can be made of gold, platinum or silver and sometimes it is highlighted by precious stones such as diamonds and rubies. This gives the love knot necklace an emphasis and stunning effect.
This fine piece of love knot necklace heightened its popularity in Casino Royale, a James Bond movie, when Vesper played by Eva Green wore the spectacular love knot necklace throughout the film and disposed it in the end of the movie only.
A love knot necklace is made up of three or more interlinking metallic rings. It has been flattened and decorated with precious stones.
You should be careful in cleaning such intricate and delicate piece of jewelry. One of the most effective way to clean this type of necklace particularly if it is consist of some precious stones is to soak it in a glass bowl filled with filtered water and several drops of Rescue Remedy and Crab Apple for 5-10 minutes. Also, it can be cleaned from time to time under alternating hot and cold running water. This is recommended for necklaces that are worn a lot.
As for the storage, it is best to provide a box where you can put your necklaces sealed in a small plastic bags. This will ensure that your necklace will not be tangled in your other piece of jewelries.
The love knot necklace is indeed a simple piece of jewelry but its symbol for true love and bond carries the weight and significance of this stylized knot. It even signifies completeness and stability which can be understood and found across the globe in different languages and cultures.
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a great read. It’s always interesting to know the who=what=and where and it’s very true about the “Love Knot” It never goes with the fads including the famous “Love Kont ” ring.very interesting.
Thank you.
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