India was once known as “Sone ki chidiya” due to the presence of lot of gold. History of Indian Jewelry is as old as the country itself. With each ruler in Indian history, the jewelry has gained its significance. Royal class people have given patronage to the art of jewelry since ancient times. Apart from adding elegancy to king’s attire, it also symbolized their status and power over adversaries.
There cannot be a woman in India who does not adore herself with minimum of jewelry. Infact, it adds to the prestige and attractive look of woman. Jewelry has not only been considered as a purpose of adoration, but also as a security in times of urgency. This is because it is often expensive and can be sold when there is dire need for money.
Indian jewelry is unique in its design and workmanship. Various designs of jewelry made of gold, silver and diamond are used by woman to enhance their feminism beauty.
Even in all traditional Indian dances, be it Bharatnatyam, Kuchipudi or Odissi, the jewelry has been a significant part to present the artist.
An Indian woman likes to decorate herself from head to toe with jewelery, mangalsutra, nath (nose ring), toe ring, bracelets, ear cuffs, pendant and necklace to name a few.
The jewel design varies from state to state and these designs have gone critical with advance of time, which gives a stunning look.
In India where wedding is celebrated in grand, jewelry is also an important part of it. An Indian woman marriage status is known by the jewelry she wears.
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