Maliën For this new collection, I found inspiration in chainmail armor. It's a tribute to the ancient art of protection and beauty. The Celts, who were skilled in working with iron, made the first chainmail around 300 years before Christ. It was a mesh of metal rings carefully crafted to withstand cuts from swords and knives. Using the idea of linking small rings together, I created the Maliën Necklace, Bracelet, and Ring. These are statement pieces while honoring the craftsmanship of the past.