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Jeweled Identity Of India – Indian Jewelry

Tradition
of adoring oneself with jewelry is 5000 years old in India. Indian women and
jewelry have always formed a great combination. The tradition is still alive
and time has made it only more vigorous than earlier. The art of making
beautiful ornaments, with delicacy and acumen, has been developed throughout
the historical times. Rulers and feudal gave patronage to art and artists, to
develop the same to optimum. There is jewelry for almost all the body parts,
including neck, ear, nose, arms, ankles, fingers, waist, hair parting, etc.
Gold jewellery has been a part of Indian heritage since past five thousand years. The age-old temples of India depict idols as well as human sculptures adorned with jewellery. The ancient Indus valley civilization also gave evidence of gold jewellery used by both men and women. The easy liquidity of gold also makes it a favoured financial asset that is viewed as recession or contingency proof. So the act of obsessing over gold has been justified in India since centuries. This gold obsession also led to the emergence of artistic Indian gold jewellery designs, with intricate craftsmanship.
In
India, jewelry is designed to match with the attire. The theme of its design as
well as the color of the jewelry is taken into consideration while adoring. To
make jewelry more attractive, it is topped by diamonds and various types of
gems. Traditionally, Indian jewelry has been made of heavy and voluminous gold
pieces, but recently jewelry made of silver, platinum and other metals has become
quite popular among people. The popularity of jewelry made of stone, encrusted
on metal, has grown more recently. In the following lines, we will tell you
about the different kinds of jewelry in India.
Antique Jewelry
The
jewelry which is not in mainstream production and of which the mode of
production is no longer popular is known by the name of ‘Antique Jewelry.’ This
kind of jewelry has dull and rough look, combined with an old world-world
charm, and this serves as the major USP of such jewelry.
Bead Jewelry
Bead
art in India is five thousand year old and dates back to the time of Indus
Valley Civilization. People of that civilization used to make beads out of
gold, silver, copper, clay, ivory and even wood. The excavated carried out
there came out with finished and unfinished beads from the site.
Bridal Jewelry
India
has great tradition of wedding jewelry. Made of superior metals and excellent
quality, jewelry accentuates the beauty of bride in multiples. Though these
days silver and platinum jewelry is gaining popularity, gold jewelry still
holds the most popularity among Indians.
Custom Jewelry
Custom
jewelry is personalized jewelry, which a customer gets her made on her interest
and fancy. This happens particularly in cases where readymade jewelry does not
match the taste of person. Custom jewelry gives total freedom to customer about
the specifics.
Fashion Jewelry
Fashion
jewelry is also called costume jewelry, mainly for the reason that it is not
made of precious metals and stones, rather lighter and cheaper material are
used. Fashion jewelry is trend-conscious and keeps on changing as per changing
needs.
Filigree Jewelry
Filigree
work is done on silver and involves lots of precision and technicality, added
with great amount of patience and an eye for minute details. Historically,
filigree work was quite popular in countries like Egypt, Italy, and Spain.
India’s history of filigree work goes back to early centuries.
Gold Jewelry
Gold
is a metal that lures many. It gives the security against any financial crisis,
because of its easy liquidity, and is also used by women for adorning
themselves. Traditionally, gold has been considered auspicious among Hindus and
is regarded to be symbolic of Lakshmi, the Goddess of Wealth.
Handmade jewelry
Talking
about jewelry manufacturing in India is as good as talking about handmade
jewelry in India. A major chunk of jewelry in the country is made by
independent craftsmen. Traditionally also, a significant part of jewelry
manufacturing has been handmade jewelry.
Ivory Jewelry
Jewelry
that is made from the tusk of an elephant is called ivory jewelry. Importance
of ivory jewelry can be guessed from the fact that in Gujarat, the bride
receives an ivory bangle from her family just before marriage as jewelry.
During marriage ceremony wearing of ivory bangles is must for bride.
Jadau Jewelry
Jadau
Jewelry forms one of the major examples of high skilled craftsmanship that was
brought into India by Mughals. Historically speaking, the tradition of Jadau
work has been in practice in the states of Rajasthan and Gujarat since the
Mughal era. Jadau jewellery is also called engraved jewelry.
Kundan Jewelry
During
Mughal period, the art of kundan work reached Rajasthan from Delhi. Later on,
craftsmen from the different part of the country migrated to the place and made
Rajasthan a hub of Kundankari. Rulers and feudal lords gave patronage to the
art and it developed into perfection.
Lac Jewelry
Lac
jewelry, also known as lacquer jewelry, originated in Rajasthan and has gained
considerable popularity in India today. Lac jewelry is available in versatile
designs, which add to its beauty. Among the various items in lac jewelry, the
bangles need a special mention.
Meenakari Jewelry
In
Meenakari jewelry, precious stones are set and then enameled with gold.
Historically speaking, the art was introduced to Rajasthan artisans by Raja
Mansingh of Amer. He invited Lahore-based skilled artisans to his kingdom, and
their intermingling with the locals craftsmen resulted in an amalgam.
Navratna Jewelry
In
Navratna jewelry, nine auspicious stones are used in a single ornament. The
belief behind this is that the nine stones together ensure well being of the
person who wears it. In India, Navratna jewelry has been given major
importance, because of its astrological significance as well as its innate
charm.
Pachchikam Jewelry
In
the world of fashion and design, old trends tend to come over again and again,
though with slight changes. Pachchikam jewelry making craft is one of the
examples of jewelry that has come back once again. Originated in Gujarat and
Kutch, centuries ago, Pachchikam jewelry has again become popular.
Silver Jewelry
Silver
Jewelry, along with gold jewelry, is quite popular amongst Indian women.
Ornaments made of silver, such as rings, bracelets, chains, necklaces, nose
rings, earrings, toe rings, heavy kadas, and armlets, form integral part of
Indian jewelry.
Stone Jewelry
Jewelry
studded with different gems is quite popular among Indians. For reasons ranging
from spiritual to aesthetic to health, gemstone jewelry has become the part of
life of Indian women and men both. These stone jewelries are worn according to
the individual’s astrological chart and ruling of planet.
Temple Jewelry
Indian
jewelry art is at times divided into three kinds – temple jewelry, spiritual
jewelry and bridal jewelry. Temple jewelry of India initially used to be
described as the jewelry used to adorn the idols of Gods and Goddesses. The
statues In India were ornamented with chunky necklaces
.
Tribal Jewelry
Tribal
jewelry in India is quite rich. Each tribe has kept its unique style of jewelry
intact even now. The original format of jewelry design has been preserved by
ethnic tribal. Jewelry that is made of bone, wood, clay, shells and crude
metal, by tribals, is not only attractive, but also holds a distinct rustic
charm.
Indian jewelry will surely catch a glance of everyone and with so many different varieties to fall in love with. These beautiful jewelry and designs is surely a reason to love visit India.

So all gorgeous divas and guys with beauties in there life. Come visit India and add a new jeweled essence to your life.

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7 comments

  1. Women and jewellery best combos ever .

    The way you explained so many jewels and it's types with pics …my hear goes wow I want it ☺☺

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  2. Women and jewellery best combos ever .

    The way you explained so many jewels and it's types with pics …my hear goes wow I want it ☺☺

    @dixita011 from
    Cafenined words

  3. All these items are stunning! Jewellery and accessories definitely add spice to women's look. I've recently bought a pendant for myself from http://gold24.in/products/gold-pendant website.
    It is the only thing I don't take off while I am sleeping. It's a kind of protective amulet, or something like that. The sweetest thing ever!

  4. Gorgeous jewellery!!! Elegant jewellery makes you look stylish even in a simple dress.
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  5. I don't wear much jewelry, but I love just about every piece you posted! My favorites are the hand-stamped ring, the & necklace.. and if I were a mom, I would absolutely want the necklace with my kids' handwriting.

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  6. Indian style jewelry is my favorite case. I purchased my own neckalace from my Indian friend

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  7. This was such a great blog. Even I think handmade bracelets are every interesting. Thank you so much for sharing.
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