Saturday 15 June 2013

Indian Jewellery And Its Several Variations





Indian jewellery is famous not just with the natives but for people all across the world. It is in fact, considered as a world treasure. The kind of designs and styles available in them are hard to come across in other nations. Mostly, they are known for its diverse designs just like the country's diverse culture and traditions. This land is influenced a lot by various dynasties and cultures thus, giving rise to so many variations in designs and styles in ornaments. The best and interesting thing about this jewelry is it is available in different and unique style in different parts of the nation. The South highlights the temple designs. In the North, they are given the carved designs. In the East, beads are used a lot and mirrored and stone works are mostly found in the west. Such variations within the country itself, makes it very popular.





Image Courtesy : gold mangalsutra designs



Generally, in India, individuals give preference to the gold more than any other metal. It is beautiful, valuable but most importantly, known as the symbol for tradition. Considering its traditional significance, most individuals prefer buying them. It is not only the metal to hold such importance, but there are also a few jewelry pieces considered for the same such as mangalsutra. Mangalsutra is a very important and sacred ornament for married women in India. It symbolizes their marital status and for their husband. It is a beautiful piece that includes two strings with black beads and a pendant usually made of gold. Nowadays, there are fashionable gold mangalsutra designs made available in the market and most of them are including the precious diamond stones in the pendant, thus, giving it a rich and graceful look while sticking to the conventional style.



 



There are also many such ornaments which are made for certain occasions such as anniversary. Wedding anniversary is one of the most special and important events in a couple's life. This day reminds them of their journey as life partners from the day of their marriage to the present, which is filled with both happiness and difficulties. Couples usually gift each other with wonderful presents on this day to make it more special. Among the several gift options, white gold anniversary rings are very popular. Besides being the symbol of tradition, gold also stands for true love, care and commitment. Moreover, they perfectly display one's everlasting love to the other in a stylish way and hence, becomes the best gift on this occasion.

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