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Contact SupplierThe fact that Indian jewelry tradition dates back to thousands of years proves the description of Shakuntala\92s Indian jewelry by the great poet Kalidasa. It is interesting to note that both men and women of ancient times wore Indian jewelry made of gold, silver, copper, ivory, and precious and semi-precious stones. The description of the Indian jewelry can be found in the great epics of Ramayana and the Mahabharata and also in the code of Manu that defines various duties of the goldsmith. As a result of this, India has been a leading exporter of gemstones and even manufactured jewelry.Â
The ability to generate some of the finest designs by the artisans of the past speaks loudly of the unmatched caliber of the artisans. In smaller places, the goldsmith may perform all the processes involved in producing a finished piece. In cities, the different operations are undertaken by separate people\97the goldsmith prepares the skeletal framework, the chatera engraves, the kundansaaz or jaria sets the stones, while the meenasaaz enamels it. Today the Indian jewelry has two major trends in the market. The modern look, which is fragile and less ornate and \93the back to the Indian look,\94 represented by the old pieces of Moghul and ancient Indian jewelry, or imitations of these in modern mediums. Indian jewelry has even become a passion with most women, especially Indian women as it is an integral part of her life. Though it may not always be made in gold or silver or set with diamonds or other precious stones. Indian jewelry not only preserves its beauty but also increases life! So what is it about traditional or old Indian jewelry that remains attractive for years, one might wonder! The answer is, \93They have shone through to stand the test of time.