Kundan and polki jewelry

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Kundan and Polki Jewelry

Jewellery making is the art of creating beautiful wearable pieces that enhance any outfit or look. Kundan is a design or style of jewellery that has its roots in India. It was invented around the Mughal era, making it one of the oldest forms of jewellery in India. The origin lies in the royal palaces of Rajasthan and Gujarat. The city of Jaipur has been central to the manufacture and development of Kundan jewellery. Jewellery art is popular in India. Traditional jewellery attracts many buyers even in this age where the new, urban culture has taken over the apparel and accessories market, or the fashion market as a whole. Kundan style jewelry is one form that has sustained through the years. The typical form of this kind of jewellery is pieces of gems set in gold. Pure or faux gold can be used. Imitation of this style in silver also makes for beautiful variations. There are many variations with different colors and materials to accommodate the tastes and individual or personal fashion preferences of the population. There are enough options for buyers. Kundan Jewellery sets are designed to give people a good combination of necklaces and earrings or even rings. Be it a wedding or any cultural festival, Kundan jewellery adds the right amount of glamour to traditional outfits. Traditional India boasts of more varied jewellery styles. Polki jewellery is another feather added to the hat of jewellery art that has been placed on India’s crown. Polki is basically art of making jewellery with uncut diamonds. Diamonds are the central piece of this kind of jewellery. The diamonds are either fit in a metal frame of varied shapes or set between the metal like gold, silver etc. Polki jewellery is very versatile. There are several variations in designs. These are available even in sets. Matching rings and earrings with necklaces and pendants make for a complete jewellery box. One can find a polki set that compliments their appearance easily. It gives off a modern tone with traditional essence. It is a perfect balance between modern and traditional. This makes it a perfect choice for even less traditional or formal occasions. Since the earlier ages, Kundan and Polki styles have dominated the Indian jewellery markets. These styles have found their way into many manufacturers’ works. Designers also create fine jewellery art of Kundan and Polki origin. This kind of jewellery brings the richness and class from centuries ago. The fine art and design from the Moghul era is poured into the making of traditional pieces that complement Indian apparel with great ease. It is a great way to enhance an outfit. The demand among people coupled with quality products make Kundan and Polki jewellery sets a good purchase.


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