-- Belly Dance --

Inspired by South Asian and Romani (Gypsy) jewelry, belly dance jewelry is usually very shiny, lightweight and very affordable with some pieces  starting as low 99 cents. But beware, the lower prices often times reflects lower quality as this jewelry is meant to be worn occasionally and not necessarily for daily wear. The upside to this jewelry is it is usually very easy to repair should it come apart and the low price allows you to buy quite a variety so not one piece in particular is taking a beating.

Belly Dance Costume Necklace - $9.50

Hip Chain - $9.86

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-- Bollywood --

This term will bring up the sparkling ornate jewelry worn by women in India while in formal dress. This style of jewelry is most commonly seen by us Westerners in Bollywood movies so the jewelry companies have made the search easier for us by calling it by what we know. Bollywood style jewelry is usually heavy, of great quality and often comes in a set of a necklace with matching earrings. You can also search for "Indian Bridal Jewelry" and get almost the same results but, Indian bridal jewelry sets come with forehead jewelry known as a maang tikka.

Bridal Set - $26.00

Earrings - $16.99

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-- Kuchi --

(or Kochi) are are Afghan Pashtun nomads and their jewelry is out of this world! It is heavy, sturdy and is often made from seed beads, bells, real coins and embroidered fabric. Because Kuchi jewelry is favored by American Tribal style belly dancers, it is very easy to find online. Kuchi jewelry is often vintage but there has been a rise in a modern more affordable style that is very easy to find by simply using the same keyword. You'll be able to tell the difference as the vintage jewelry is oxidized, which makes the metal dull. The new Kuchi jewelry is very shiny and and often times features mirrors and gemstones.

Kuchi Choker Necklace - $49.99



Afghan Necklace - $19.99

Using the term "Native American" will bring up both authentic and (more affordable) replicated jewelry. Often made of turquoise and other polished stones, silver and wood or bone beads, Native American jewelry is perfect for the bohemian who prefers a more earthy or tribal look.

Native American Inspired Necklace Made in Guatemala - $49.95



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 --Peruvian--

This will bring up a wide variety of jewelry - a lot of which you might already

own but didn't know that it was made by the hands of artisans in Peru (AND fairly traded!). "Peruvian" as a keyword that will bring up ornate wire sculpted chandelier earrings, bracelets, large stone rings and best of all those colorful woven friendship bracelets we all love so much.

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--Turkoman/Turkmen--

This is jewelry made by the Turkic people located primarily in Central Asia, in the states of Turkmenistan, Afghanistan, Iran, Northern Pakistan, Syria, Iraq and North Caucasus. It is large, very ornate and often features enameled metal (typically in red, blues and green) and dangling chains. Turkmen jewelry is another favorite among American Tribal belly dancers, so it is pretty easy to find online. And like the Kuchi jewelry, Turkmen jewelry is most likely to vintage originals.

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--Gypsy--
"Gypsy" is now a rather generic style term to refer to any bohemians style jewelry that usually has coins. The jewelry can be inspired by any culture and has a truly global look that bohemians adore. This jewelry can vary greatly in quality so be sure to read product reviews before buying!


Coin Necklace  -$17.99

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--Tibetan--
This one is new to me! I own Tibet jewelry and even used to sell it and didn't even know it! I thought it was just generic "boho" jewelry.
One of the most common Tibetan jewelry is prayer beads or "malas" that come in the form of bracelets or necklaces. More intricate pieces are made from brass, turquoise, coral, and may or may not contain Buddhist symbols.


Tibetan Style Set - $15.99


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