Sunday, August 1, 2010
New Items - Rings, Earrings, Pendants and Bangles !
Do check out our new products at our blog now. They are all new arrival from Egypt!
Sunday, July 4, 2010
Measurement of Ring Size
All Egyptian rings are in US Sizes. Please refer to the website link below for the instructions to measure the size of your ring.
http://www.oyemodern.com/downloads/oyemodern_ringsize_us.pdf
Important Note: 10mm = 1cm
In addition, please provide your US ring size clearly when you place your order. No changes in the ring size will be allowed once the order is confirmed.
http://www.oyemodern.com/downloads/oyemodern_ringsize_us.pdf
Important Note: 10mm = 1cm
In addition, please provide your US ring size clearly when you place your order. No changes in the ring size will be allowed once the order is confirmed.
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
Egyptian Bangles
Silver Solid Cartouche Bangle (B#002BE)
Personalise your Cartouche bangle with your name in ancient Egypt hieroglyphics.
Handmade in Egypt, a perfect and meaningful gift for yourself, your friends and even your loved ones.
Personalise your Cartouche bangle with your name in ancient Egypt hieroglyphics.
Handmade in Egypt, a perfect and meaningful gift for yourself, your friends and even your loved ones.
The eye of Horus belonged to the falcon god, Horus, who was the son of the goddess, Isis. The eye of Horus is the most powerful amulet worn for protection against evil in ancient Egypt. It also represents perfection and well-being. This silver bangle is handmade in Egypt.
Silver Winged Isis Bangle (B#005BE)
Isis is the wife of God Osiris and the mother of falcon god, Horus.
Egyptian Goddess Isis was seen as a symbol of love and magic in ancient Egypt. A beautiful silver bangle that is handmade in Egypt.
The eye of Horus belonged to the falcon god, Horus, who was the son of the goddess, Isis. The eye of Horus is the most powerful amulet worn for protection against evil in ancient Egypt. It also represents perfection and well-being. This unique bangle is handmade in Egypt.
The ankh represents living and everlasting life, not only in the material world but also in the spiritual afterlife.
It is the oldest and most scared Egyptian amulet.
Each Ankh bangle is hand crafted by skilled Egyptian craftsman.
Mixed-Stone Ankh Bangle (B#008BE)
The ankh represents living and everlasting life, not only in the material world but also in the spiritual afterlife.
It is the oldest and most scared Egyptian amulet.
Each Ankh bangle is hand crafted by skilled Egyptian craftsman.
It is the oldest and most scared Egyptian amulet.
Each Ankh bangle is hand crafted by skilled Egyptian craftsman.
Egyptian Earrings
Beautifully hand crafted in Egypt.
A perfect gift for all ladies who love earrings with intricate designs.
Silver Crescent Bedouin Earrings (E#002BE)
Beautifully handcrafted by the famous Bedouins in Egypt.
Each pair of earrings include moon design in silver bead-work
Silver Sun Bedouin Earrings (E#003BE)
The Bedouins are desert normads who are well-known for their intricate earring designs.
Each pair of earring is unique and handmade.
Silver Life, Health and Happiness Earrings (E#004BE)
These three symbols create the symbol of Health, Life and Happiness.
Handmade in Egypt and perfect for ladies at any age.
Silver Eye of Horus with Lotus Earrings (E#005EJ)
The eye of the falcon-god Horus, son of the goddess Isis, represents perfection and well-being. It was a powerful amulet worn for protection against evil in ancient .
Handcrafted in Egypt.
Silver Anubis Earrings (E#006BE)
This pair of beautiful Anubis earrings is handcrafted in Egypt.
Definitely a must-have for earring lovers.
A perfect gift for all ladies who love earrings with intricate designs.
Beautifully handcrafted by the famous Bedouins in Egypt.
Each pair of earrings include moon design in silver bead-work
The Bedouins are desert normads who are well-known for their intricate earring designs.
Each pair of earring is unique and handmade.
Silver Life, Health and Happiness Earrings (E#004BE)
These three symbols create the symbol of Health, Life and Happiness.
Handmade in Egypt and perfect for ladies at any age.
The eye of the falcon-god Horus, son of the goddess Isis, represents perfection and well-being. It was a powerful amulet worn for protection against evil in ancient .
Handcrafted in Egypt.
This pair of beautiful Anubis earrings is handcrafted in Egypt.
Definitely a must-have for earring lovers.
Egyptian Rings
Silver Cartouche Solid Ring (#R001BE)Our Egyptian sterling silver solid style cartouche band is handmade in Egypt with your name in hieroglyphics. It allows a maximum of 8 letters. If your name contains letters like ou or th, they will be translated into one symbol.
Silver Ankh Ring (#R002BE)The Ankh represents living & everlasting life, not only in the material world but also in the spiritual afterlife. It is the oldest and most sacred Egyptian amulet. The Egyptian Silver Ankh Ring is handmade in Egypt.
Silver Eye of Horus Ring (#R003BE)The eye of Horus belonged to the falcon god, Horus, who was the son of the goddess, Isis. The eye of Horus is the most powerful amulet worn for protection against evil in ancient Egypt. It also represents perfection and well-being. This unique silver ring is handcrafted in Egypt.
The eye of Horus belonged to the falcon god, Horus, who was the son of the goddess, Isis. The eye of Horus is the most powerful amulet worn for protection against evil in ancient Egypt. It also represents perfection and well-being. This bangle is inlaid with turquoise stone and handmade in Egypt.
This handmade silver promise ring is the perfect gift for the person you would like to express your love to.
A pair of matching promise rings can be a wonderful gesture for a couple to share not only to symbolize their promise but also committment to each other.
The Cartouche Ring has Cleopatra's name on it, as seen on many of her monuments. Queen Cleopatra ruled over Egypt from 51 to 30 BC. She is known for her great beauty and intelligence.
This special silver ring is handmade in Egypt.
Egyptian Pendants
Our Egyptian sterling silver solid style cartouche pendant is handmade in Egypt with your name in hieroglyphics. It allows a maximum of 8 letters. If your name contains letters like ou or th, they will be translated into one symbol. Length can vary from 2cm to 4cm.
Our Egyptian sterling silver open style cartouche pendant is handmade in Egypt with your name in hieroglyphics. It allows a maximum of 8 letters. If your name contains letters like ou or th, they will be translated into one symbol. Length can vary from 2cm to 4cm.
Our Egyptian sterling silver round cartouche pendant is handmade in Egypt with your name in hieroglyphics. It allows a maximum of 6 letters. If your name contains letters like ou or th, they will be translated into one symbol.
- Egypt recently released a stunning new 2005 dated coins for general circulation.The attractive coins feature one of the most famous Pharaohs of ancient Egypt.
Silver Cleopatra Pendant (P#006BE)
Queen Cleopatra ruled over Egypt from 51 to 30 BC. She is known for her great beauty and intelligence. This special silver pendant is handmade in Egypt.
Silver Eye of Horus Pendant (P#007BE)
Queen Cleopatra ruled over Egypt from 51 to 30 BC. She is known for her great beauty and intelligence. This special silver pendant is handmade in Egypt.
The eye of Horus belonged to the falcon god, Horus, who was the son of the goddess, Isis. The eye of Horus is the most powerful amulet worn for protection against evil in ancient Egypt. It also represents perfection and well-being. This unique silver ring is handcrafted in Egypt.
Silver Winged Isis Pendant (P#008BE) 
Isis is the wife of god Osiris and the mother of the falcon god, Horus. She was also known as the goddess of motherhood, magic and fertility in the ancient Egypt. This beautiful pendant is made by skilled Egyptian craftsman.
Open "I Love You" Cartouche Pendant (P#0010BE)
This silver Cartouche Pendant has "I Love You" written in Egyptian hieroglyphs.
A meaningful gift for the special person in your life.
Amethyst Wnged Isis Pendant (P#0013BE)
Isis is the wife of god Osiris and the mother of the falcon god, Horus. She was also known as the goddess of motherhood, magic and fertility in the ancient Egypt. This beautiful pendant is made by skilled Egyptian craftsman.
Enamel Scarab Pendant (P#0014BE)
The Scarab represents the power of creativity and re-creation.
This unique pendant is handcrafted in Egypt.
Mixed Stone Ankh Pendant (P#0015BE)
The Ankh represents living and everlasting life.
This mixed-stone pendant is handcrafted in Egypt.
Amethyst Ankh Pendant (P#0017BE)
The Ankh represents living and everlasting life.
This special pendant is handcrafted in Egypt.
This silver Cartouche Pendant has "I Love You" written in Egyptian hieroglyphs.
A meaningful gift for the special person in your life.
Isis is the wife of god Osiris and the mother of the falcon god, Horus. She was also known as the goddess of motherhood, magic and fertility in the ancient Egypt. This beautiful pendant is made by skilled Egyptian craftsman.
Enamel Scarab Pendant (P#0014BE)
The Scarab represents the power of creativity and re-creation.
This unique pendant is handcrafted in Egypt.
The Ankh represents living and everlasting life.
This mixed-stone pendant is handcrafted in Egypt.
The Ankh represents living and everlasting life.
This special pendant is handcrafted in Egypt.
Interesting Facts About Cartouche
What is the meaning of 'Cartouche'?
Cartouches first appeared during the Fourth Dynasty while Pharaoh Sneferu ruled. When the first cartouches were uncovered by French soldiers, the soldiers thought they looked like their bullet cartridges and called them cartouches, the French word for "cartridge."
What is the function of a 'Cartouche'?
In the ancient Egypt, Kings and sometimes other royal members, encircled their name hieroglyphs with a design that is now known as a cartouche. A cartouche is an oval ring that is a hieroglyph representation of a length of rope folded and tied at one end.
The cartouche, known in ancient Egypt as the shenu, is derived from the Egyptian verb, Sheni, which means to encircle. It is very similar to the shen sign, a more circular form, and in fact the earliest use of the cartouche in which the king's name was written were circular and identical with that sign.
The circular shen sign represents the concept of eternity - having no beginning or end. It was also a symbol of protection, and as a hieroglyphic symbol in Egyptian art, it can have the meanings of both "eternity" and "protection".
Cartouche in the Modern World
Egyptian cartouches are available for sale in the modern society. These are made in the form of pendants, rings, bangles or even earrings. They are generally made from either silver or gold. A cartouche can be made to order with your name translated into Egyptian hieroglyphs enclosed with a magical rope. For many, this serves as a novelty and a fashion accessory, but for some the cartouche is worn as an amulet for protection.
Why Buy Egyptian Cartouche or Jewellery ?
With a personal touch added to the ancient legacy, Egyptian cartouches are great gift ideas for yourself, your friends or even your loved ones! All cartouche and silver jewellery are handmade by skilled craftsmen and imported from Egypt itself. Each piece is guranteed to be tastefully and uniquely crafted that you would definitely fall in love with at first sight.
Cartouches first appeared during the Fourth Dynasty while Pharaoh Sneferu ruled. When the first cartouches were uncovered by French soldiers, the soldiers thought they looked like their bullet cartridges and called them cartouches, the French word for "cartridge."
What is the function of a 'Cartouche'?
In the ancient Egypt, Kings and sometimes other royal members, encircled their name hieroglyphs with a design that is now known as a cartouche. A cartouche is an oval ring that is a hieroglyph representation of a length of rope folded and tied at one end.
The cartouche, known in ancient Egypt as the shenu, is derived from the Egyptian verb, Sheni, which means to encircle. It is very similar to the shen sign, a more circular form, and in fact the earliest use of the cartouche in which the king's name was written were circular and identical with that sign.
The circular shen sign represents the concept of eternity - having no beginning or end. It was also a symbol of protection, and as a hieroglyphic symbol in Egyptian art, it can have the meanings of both "eternity" and "protection".
Cartouche in the Modern World
Egyptian cartouches are available for sale in the modern society. These are made in the form of pendants, rings, bangles or even earrings. They are generally made from either silver or gold. A cartouche can be made to order with your name translated into Egyptian hieroglyphs enclosed with a magical rope. For many, this serves as a novelty and a fashion accessory, but for some the cartouche is worn as an amulet for protection.
Why Buy Egyptian Cartouche or Jewellery ?
With a personal touch added to the ancient legacy, Egyptian cartouches are great gift ideas for yourself, your friends or even your loved ones! All cartouche and silver jewellery are handmade by skilled craftsmen and imported from Egypt itself. Each piece is guranteed to be tastefully and uniquely crafted that you would definitely fall in love with at first sight.
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