Textiles and Dress

Belly chain

A belly chain or waist chain is the popular English term for the Indian jewelry called kamarbandh. It is also the popular English term for the Egyptian jewelry called hezam. The belly chain is a type of body jewelry worn around the waist. Some belly chains attach to a navel piercing; these are also called "pierced belly chains". They are often made of silver or gold. Sometimes a thread is used around the waist instead of a chain. The chain may be delicate and thin, or heavy and thick. Belly chains are considered auspicious for women in Indian culture. In Egyptian culture, belly chains are used for fashion, adornment, and dancing.

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