An analysis of the typology and the study of Sassanid period jewellery in terms of morphology

the glory and luxury tended to increase in the Sassanid period, and consequently, various ornaments were used that are unique both in terms of aesthetics and in terms of morphology and variety in species and details of the elements. Along with other cultural findings, jewelry can be considered as one of the most important sources for understanding the Sassanid civilization and culture, so that in many surviving works of this period such as: coins, reliefs, Gypsum busts, metalworking and stamping can be followed. The present research is based on descriptive-analytical method and based on library studies and field studies and visiting the findings of archeological excavations and objects in museums, tries to look at the ornaments left over from the Sassanid civilization. To study, typology and identity of these valuable works and in this regard pursues the following goals:1. Morphology and classification of Sassanid period jewelry2.Identity of individuals based on the type of jewelry or classification of these works based on gender
Studies show that the jewelry of this period is divided into 7 groups of earrings, necklaces, crowns, rings, bracelets, beards and brooches in terms of morphology. Some of these jewels, such as beards and crowns, were reserved for kings, thus indicating the unique position of power and glory of the Sassanid kings. Jewelry such as bracelets, bracelets, and bracelets have been used more by Sassanid women, and necklaces and earrings have been used for both men and women, in some cases, the gender of the people has been involved in their form.