About this author

Melise Ozkardesler is a goldsmith trained in ancient techniques, history enthusiast, and antique jewellery collector. She is also the creator and host of the Ancient History Jewellery Stories video series, which has quickly garnered a following of 69k history-loving fans on Instagram under the handle @moonhoney.jewelry. Combining a passion for antique jewellery, ancient history, and the beauty of the natural world, she tells stories highlighting how our love of adornment has created an important historical record, allowing us to investigate our past.