Rajasthani Jewelry

Some of the most attractive Indian jewelry comes from the land of Rajasthan. Rajasthan is considered to be the crafts paradise of India. In colors, concepts and workmanship – the handicrafts of Rajasthan are incomparable. Their ethnic aura makes them absolute collector's delight. Rajasthani jewelry has a vast and varied tradition. Each area in Rajasthan actually has its own unique style of making jewelry. While the rural Rajasthani women prefer to adorn themselves with chunky silver jewelery, the urban ladies generally go for gold jewellery. Some of the traditional ornaments are rakhri, timaniyan, bala, bajubandh, gajra, gokhru, jod, etc.

Rajasthan is also famous for its precious and semi-precious jewelry traditions. Exquisite ornaments are made in Jaipur and Jodhpur using emerald, diamond, pearl, garnet, agate and lapis lazuli. Rajasthan specializes in meenakari. Meenakari is the art of enameling on gold or silver. In Jaipur, craftsmen use the champleve or raised-field style. In Nathdwara, enameling is done on silver and other metals. Pratapgarh meena or theva work in gold on green or red enamel is widely appreciated for its beauty and appeal.

Kundan is the art of setting precious stones in gold. Kundan jewelery is exclusive both in terms of design and perfection. Often, a combination of meenakari and kundan is used to give the jewellery two equally beautiful surfaces – enamel at the back and kundan-set gems in the front.

Jewelry in Rajasthan is much more than just adornment – it is a part of their culture and traditions. All Rajasthani women wear bangles for it is considered inauspicious for a woman's forearm to be bare. Lac bangles are worn as an auspicious sign and good omen. Lacquer bangles are made in an amazing variety of designs and colors – some in flat colors, some iridescent or marbles, while others flash white fire from rhinestones or tiny mirrors at the turn of the wrist. Glass bangles – an all time favorite of all Indian women, are available in a large variety in all the parts of Rajasthan – the greatest variety being offered in Jaipur and Jodhpur.

So next time you visit Rajasthan, make sure you buy some of these fabulous handmade jewelery. You can also buy them online and get it delivered at any part of the world.

Wooden Jewellery we design and handcraft jewelry and hair accessories using laminated wood in a variety of color combinations. Utilizing quality jewelry findings, gemstones and French-made clips, we create lightweight, durable and unique pieces of wearable art.

Kundan Jewellery One of the oldest forms of jewellery made and worn in India is the 24-carat pure gold Kundan jewellery. Kundan work is a method of gem setting,

Stone Jewellery Today's urban women no longer wear Jewellery only at weddings and formal occasions, and they require accessories that match their attire. Jewellery with the stones are the vogue & inevitably, stones embellish the jewelry with its fascinating charm & mesmerizing effect.

Enamel Jewellery The art of enamel jewellery dates back thousands of years. Almost as soon as people discovered how to make glass, it was applied to metal for decorative purposes. This range of jewellery is designed to show off the vibrant enamel colours on simple geometric shapes.

Plastic Jewellery Plastic Jewellery Being real attention grabbers, the jewelry items made of plastic are very stylish accessories. Owing to its easy availability, various craftsmen and manufacturers to churn out an enthralling range of fashion jewelry are experimenting with, plastic.

Quill Jewellery Quills are dyed in colour using natural or commercial dyes. Quills can be used in full length or cut into small pieces and be pieced by width.

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