The love for jewellery is as old as our civilization and dates way back to the era when the royalties would cover themselves in precious jewels from head-to-tow. Not just the royal women, even the Princely men were fond of wearing sparkling jewelleries.
Today, however, women prefer wearing jewelleries more than men. Well, at least in some parts of the world. Depending on various occasions, they love to give the final touch to their looks with a piece or two of jewellery. In case, you’re one of those who prefer wearing silver jewellery more than gold, well, welcome to the club!
Silver is, any day, pocket-friendly than gold or platinum. Moreover, these days, the designers are coming up learn about silver jewellery which is equally brilliant in looks. Please note that it was in early 4000 BC that the silver jewellery came into the notice and was recognized as an important metal. From utensils to jewellery and decorative items, silver was everywhere. It is no secret that the erstwhile rulers also used silver as a high-form of reward for those who proved their loyalty, sincerity, and bravery to them.
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Today, silverware is used on special occasions by many families across India, however, it is the silver jewellery that is still the number one choice to many when it comes to weddings or gifting purposes. Talking specifically about its revolution, its designing has gone through a lot of changes in the past. From basic plain surfaces to simple floral-like motifs, the jewels of both royal men and women went through a classic transformation. With time, silver’s look was further modified with precious and semi-precious gemstones that were found beneath the layers of earth.
Even today, those ancient designs are available in the market for people who prefer a boho/gypsy look. Ancient jewellery mostly carries designs of sculptures, coin motifs, animal motifs, etc. Some kingdoms even got their royal stamps engraved on the jewellery as a mark of their powerful representation. In the earlier days, talented artisans were called from the overseas to take orders from the Kings and the Queens who’d describe them their desired designs in length. Every detail was noted with precision and the artists would take months to come up with the final product. It was only an expert’s eye that could do the magic back.
It might be hard to find such talented artists, but all you need is an eye for the design. You must notice the intricacy of the techniques used like embossing and chasing. After all, it is the precision that decides the price of each handmade item, especially jewellery.
As far as the India’s love for silver is concerned, it has always been massive. Our morning ritual of ‘solah shringar’ includes putting on jewellery and getting ready for the day. This has been practised from centuries, although has been majorly modified by modern women. Interestingly, in India, jewellery isn’t just an ornament, it also holds a traditional and spiritual value of its own. For example, one can see how, in various cultures across India, people love to deck up their Gods and Goddesses with jewels.
So if you are thinking to indulge in jewellery like our royals did, it’s time traditional with also new fashion you buy some silver jewellery for yourself! It is, no doubt, one of the best ways to revisit one’s culture and experience the royal goodness.
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