Gems and Jewelry in Jaipur

Gems and Jewelry in Jaipur

Gems and jewelry in Jaipur, Rajasthan forms an integral part of culture and custom. These are generally very economical and have a local flavor of its own.

The Thewa pendant for instance, is a blend of the Hindu and Muslim art. Wearing armlets, necklaces, earrings and anklets was common among the women here; but the Mughals brought sophistication to their art.

Handicrafts of Jaipur also comprises of the bangles which are the set with precious stones and cast with gold. Enamelling was first introduced by Raja Man Singh. For enamelling, the object is first fixed to a lac stick and then beautiful floral designs are drawn on it.

Meena work on the back of necklaces is exquisitely beautiful. It is an extremely fine work in which enamelling is done on gold, silver and other metals. Nathawada is famous for this kind of art.

The Tiger claw necklace is one of the most eminent masculine jewelries. It is a symbol of status, wealth and power. Some of the gems set on it include emerald, rubies, pearls and even diamonds. Besides, gold epulets, gem studded hilts of swords, dagger sheaths and intricately decorated sword scabbards used by the Rajput princes, also fall under the masculine gems and jewelries.

The feminine jewelries are more intricate and include ornaments for the head, nose, ears, foot, arms and waist. The most commonly used ornament for the head is the bindi. It is made up of a hanging central pendant supported by a chain of extremely delicate pearls. Women wear it on the parting of the hair, the pendant lying exactly on the middle of the forehead. Anklets and toe rings constitute the gems and jewelries of the foot while girdles make the jewels of the waist.

Shopping in Jaipur can be lucrative if you are looking for something which has a rural flavor.

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