Symbols from Greek myths often appear in the designs, embossed in precious metal at the ends of the wreath. The most well-known are pieces of Etruscan civilization jewelry, made of gold or other precious metals. Wreaths were a design used in ancient times in southern Europe. Gold sheet, Etruscan artwork, 400–350 BC. History Ancient Etruscan wreaths Wreath with ivy leaves and berries, a satyr's head at either end. The word wreath comes from Middle English wrethe and from Old English writha 'band'. They can be worn as a chaplet around the head, or as a garland around the neck. They are also used in ceremonial events in many cultures around the globe. In English-speaking countries, wreaths are used typically as household ornaments, most commonly as an Advent and Christmas decoration. Mid 4th century BC.Ī wreath ( / r iː θ/) is an assortment of flowers, leaves, fruits, twigs, or various materials that is constructed to form a circle. A golden wreath and ring from the burial of an Odrysian Aristocrat at the Golyamata Mogila in the Yambol region of Bulgaria. A Christmas wreath on a house door in England. For the wreath used in heraldry, see torse. For wreaths worn on the head, see wreath (attire).
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