The necklace is a traditional ornament made of beads in Ukraine. The history of the necklace has its roots in Hungary, where these ancient ornaments came to our country. Decoration on the neck is a narrow ribbon with beaded on it a variety of patterns. Widespread geometric and floral ornaments for necklaces. Such beadwork has become very popular in Galicia. Popular in the XIX century, beads have actively entered our lives, its influence is felt in Ukrainian folk culture. At all times it was included in the jewelry, which had the purpose of a talisman.
A necklace, otherwise known as a silyanka, pletynka, gerdanka or gerdanik, is made of multicolored beads strung on a thread or fishing line. A colorful ornament is formed from colored beads. Depending on the area where the silane is made, the color of the weaving patterns varies.
Undoubtedly, this folk ornament perfectly complements the national Ukrainian costume. As it is now fashionable to combine ethnic elements with casual clothes, the necklace is in great demand among young people, it harmonizes perfectly with modern outfits.