Turkish jewelry

From gold jewelry and silver bracelets, to rings made of precious stones such as emeralds, rubies, and diamonds, all the way to earrings made of natural pearls... Jewelry designs are among the most important handicrafts spread in Turkey, which has made it one of the most important countries exporting accessories thanks to its unique decorations, delicate designs, and rich heritage. Which has been influenced by many different cultures. The rich heritage of the craft of jewelery making continues to nourish and inspire contemporary designs. Today you can find many wonderful pieces that blend traditional art with modern touches.

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The sixteenth century...the heyday of the art of Turkish jewelry making

The importance of Turkish jewelry emerged in the 16th century during the reign of Sultan Suleiman, known as Suleiman the Magnificent. With the expansion of the Ottoman Empire, the number of gemstones available for use increased significantly, which led to the development of the craft of jewelry art. This period also witnessed the peak of the use of gold, thanks to the high skills and distinctive designs that appeared at that time, which made Turkey to this day enjoy a high position in the production of gold jewelry and a central role in the global gold market.

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‘The Grand Bazaar’... the center of jewelry production since 1455

The clearest example of Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent's passion for jewelry was the 'Grand Bazaar', which was built as a prominent center for jewelry production and trade in 1455. The Grand Bazaar turned into a center where goldsmiths, jewelers and craftsmen from all over the world met, and many craftsmen were trained in the workshops there. . It was also crowded with stores selling jewelry, gold, and precious stones.

The Grand Bazaar's shops are still full of distinctive jewelry with simple contemporary designs that use precious stones such as diamonds and emeralds along with gold and silver. Ruby, turquoise, chalcedony and tiger's eye are also used.

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For jewelry lovers, today you can purchase your favorite collection of the finest types of metals and stones imported especially for you from Turkey. You can learn more about our products by browsing the jewelry section