This is a bracelet, and it's jewelry worn around the arm, but what about jewelry worn around the legs? What do you call it? Is there a particular name for it, or do you just have to call it leg-jewelry?
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There are "anklets", which are worn around the ankles.
From Wikipedia:
An anklet, also called ankle chain, ankle bracelet or ankle string, is an ornament worn around the ankle.
Note that "ankle bracelet" in some contexts could be misconstrued as an ankle monitoring device used in law enforcement.
Also, please note that "bracelets" are worn around the wrists. It is clear and natural to say someone wore a bracelet on their arm, but most native speakers will take that to mean it is on that person's wrist. I think the object in your picture would be worn on the upper arm, and therefore is not a bracelet.
There is something called a "bangle". Here is Wikipedia on bangles, for convenience:
But yes, in some cases you would simply say "jewelry". (I suggest not calling it a "jewel") Leg-jewelry is little bit odd, so, personally, I would rearrange the phrase to say (He wore) "jewelry on his leg".
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5Note that at least in Am.E, "ankle bracelet" can also commonly refer to an ankle monitor which is a tracking device used to monitor the movements of people e.g. under house arrest. If there isn't enough context to clearly indicate that you're talking about personal decoration, someone might think this is what you're referring to.– TypeIAMay 17, 2019 at 11:06
leg bracelet
found the wikipedia entry for Anklet on the first page of results, and it was used in the text of earlier results (mostly shops selling them). Are you ruling that out because you're asking about leg jewelry that's worn higher up on the leg, like around the calf or knee?