Initial necklaces might be a timeless staple of modern jewelry and accessorizing, but the concept of wearing personalized pendants dates back to ancient civilizations, when people in ancient Egypt and Rome wore talismans to symbolize their identity.
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Jessie Quinn,
StyleCaster,
25 June 2025
Other clues include: The talismans the Fromville survivors hang on their doors are reminiscent of past traditions.
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