There
was a long tradition of jewellery
in India dating back to the
era of "Rajas and Maharajas.
As you step back in time in
the country’s history,
you find that jewellery formed
an intrinsic part of the customs
of various cultures existing
at that time. The tradition
of jewellery was handed down
from generations and until the
date on which it is an important
part of social and religious
occasions in India. Jewellery
in India is bought on several
occasions and on a daily basis.
Jewellery for marriage is among
the more elaborate forms of
jewellery in the country, including
necklaces, Tiaras, bracelets,
anklets, bracelets, toe platforms,
ear pieces, and several other
items. In jewellery, gold is
regarded as the most precious
and special metals for the most
auspicious occasions and gold
jewellery is widely used by
the people of India.
Jewellery in India is extremely
diverse with each state having
its own style and designs.
For example, the state of
Orissa and Andhra Pradesh
are known for beautiful drawings,
filigree work, silver, and
enamels. Jaipur and Delhi
for Kundan work which is essentially
precious and semi-precious
stones embedded in gold. Jewellery
in India is also common in
places like Rajasthan, Gujarat,
Madhya Pradesh and Himachal
Pradesh. Jewellery in India
is also widely used for beauty
statues of Hindu gods and
Goddesses. Gemstone studded
headgears, elaborate necklaces
and bracelets are used in
temples to adorn the deities.
In some Indian companies a
married woman is supposed
to bring a certain quantity
of jewellery at any time as
a symbol of her marital status.
The most important piece of
jewellery during marriage
in India is the "Mangal
Sutra" chain that is
made with black beads attached
to a penchant gold centre.
Jewellery in India is focused
on special occasions like
marriage ceremonies and religious
events because it is regarded
as a good omen. The styles
and models of jewellery in
India are most often inspired
by nature and various religious
symbols. Lately, the taste
for jewellery has undergone
a huge change as modern India
is more fashion conscious
than ever. Several contemporary
styles have replaced traditional
jewellery in India. The models
and designs are more traditional
and less developed and designer
jewellery is a rage in some
sections of Indian society.
The gold and diamond jewellery
represent wealth and many
people wear them as a status
symbol. There are several
jewellery stores in India
who specialize mainly in gold
and silver ornaments. In India,
the purchase of gold jewellery
is regarded as an investment
by many people. Jewellery
in India is also given as
a gift on the occasion such
as weddings, anniversaries
and other special events.
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