Knowing Kundan Jewellery: For Everyday to Ceremonial Look

Kundan jewellery set is a type of jewellery that can be paired with different outfits and for different occasions. At weddings, the traditional looks are most appreciated and as it is a cultural function everyone tries to keep it very traditional. With the heavy lehngas and sarees, kundan goes very well. Kundan jewellery earrings, rani haars, chokers, and many more are loved in each part of the country. Its business is also growing very fast as the demand is increasing. Let's know more about the history of kundan jewellery in the article below.

Know More About Kundan Jewellery Set

1. Origin

The oldest form of jewellery in India is considered kundan jewellery. It was brought to India by the Mughals and in ancient times it was most popular in Delhi. With time it was appreciated and loved by the whole country as it gradually reached different states. In the era of the Mughals, kundan jewellery was seen in royal courts and worn by queens and princesses. The original kundan was made from gold. When it's making started from silver then it became popular among the common people as they could now afford it. In present times, kundan jewellery is famous worldwide and the main hubs to buy the best kundans are Jaipur, Nathwara, and Bikaner.
 

2. Making

The making process of kundan jewellery is very typical, it needs a lot of hard work and skills. Even experienced jewellery makers need months to make a single piece of kundan jewellery. Make a complete piece of jewellery, there are many artisans involved in the process. The designs of kundan needed to be unique and suitable for different occasions. There are many steps involved in the process as it starts with Ghaat, which is the skeletal framework of the jewellery, and continues by following these stepwise- Paadh, Khudai, and Pakai. These are the traditional terms used by the local artisans. The process by which gems are polished is called Chillai. It also includes the making of meenakari in which white enamel and cold-soldered gold foils are used.

3. Different styles

The original style to make kundan jewellery is that the goldsmith used to set the uncut stones in the designs and cover them with gold foil, this type of jewellery was known as Jadau. You can easily find millions of designs and variations in kundan jewellery as each artisan makes them in their own style. Another traditional style of kundan set is called meena kundan, in this type one side of the jewellery is set with stones while the other side is designed with enamel and meenakari designs. The most loved accessory at weddings are bridal kundan bangles, they look very traditional and yet trendy.

Conclusion:- Kundan is the most versatile kind of jewellery and you can carry them with any outfit. Customized Artificial Jewellery is trending among youths nowadays as they look unique.

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