Avarian Horn Jewelry

Horn Jewelry is popular among many of those who have horns, but it is especially popular with the Avarians who take pride in their horns like no other. The horns of an avarian are often seen as a signifier of their bloodline. The more intricate or ornate your horns, then that means the better the bloodline. With such pride in their horns and a society built upon appearances and vanity, decorating your horns is nearly required for everyone. There are many that see horn jewelry as a requirement, particularly for those of high standing. Horn jewelry itself varies greatly according to the maker, the horns, and the status of the person requesting so each set of jewelry is undoubtedly unique in its design. There are of course common elements, such as women of higher status getting horn jewelry with long dangling pieces and glittering gems throughout the set.

The highest honor for any jewelry maker that does horn jewelry would be to make the ruler’s crown. The Avarian rulers are of sacred bloodlines and their crowns are always an icon for their society. If there is not an artisan that is directly chosen for such a task, there are competitions to be held to find the best jeweler to make the crown. Even the crowns that do not win are prized since many nobles like to keep the pieces to show off even just parts of it despite not being able to wear it since it was made to match the ruler’s horns.

The current ruler is Queen Zyronia. Her bloodline is that of a thunderbird and she has six long horns. Her crown was specifically made by the God of Swords, The Blacksmith. While he known for crafting swords and various weaponry, he is also quite knowledgeable in the art of jewelry making. Her crown is white gold with lapis lazuli embedded in it.

A previous queen, and the queen said to be one of the best rulers of the Aves, is Queen Shavas. Her bloodline is that of a Moon Owl. Her horns are large antlers that look like they are made of crystal. Her crown was made from platinum and moon opals.