Jewellery

About Jewellery

Indian Jewellery holds a mirror to India’s rich cultural diversity. Visit the temples...Read More

Anklets

Worn around the ankle, the Anklets is also called ankle chain, ankle bracelet, Payal, Paijeb or Paizeb. It is the compact form of traditional accessory worn by Indian women called Ghoonghru. Shops in Delhi:- Dariba Kalan, Amrapali Jewels, Celestial Available at Chennai:- Prince Jewellery Sukra Available at Mumbai:- Srinath Accessories Anklets-Origins This accessory finds its roots […]

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Armlet

Armlet is also known as ‘Bajuband, ‘Ananta’, ‘Angada’ and ‘Vanki’ in South India. It is an essential element of ‘Solah Shringar’ (16 traditional ornaments worn by women) of a traditional Indian bride. It is a type of an upper arm bracelet. Originally, men and women from rural regions in India wore armlets in pairs. With […]

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Artificial Jewellery

What is Artificial Jewellery/Imitation Jewellery? Artificial Jewellery or Imitation Jewellery, also known as costume jewellery or fashion jewellery or junk jewellery is jewellery made with inexpensive metals and materials like stones, crystals, shells ,pearls, beads and corals. Imitation jewellery manufactured in India has found takers as well as admirers across the world. It is more […]

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Jadau Polki Jewellery

Precious, semi precious stones, gems, crystals and beads are embedded in melted gold. When the gold becomes pliable, the stones are set on it with great precision and artistry. After that, they are allowed to cool down and the stones and gems get fixed without any adhesive or carvings. This is Jadau polki Jewellery. Available […]

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Jhumkas

What is a Jhumka Jhumkas are an earring design that is more popular in South India. They are shaped like an inverted dome or an inverted cone.Traditional gold jumka designs are very popular Jhumkas made of pure gold, silver, gold with diamonds, rubies or emeralds or with diamond stones. They are available in various sizes and lengths. […]

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Jhoomar

What is Jhoomar? The jhoomar is a piece of jewellery and is a hair adornment which is popular in North India. Available at Delhi:-Amrapali, Kashmir Emporium(Delhi). Lajpat Nagar Jewellery lane Available at Mumabi:–Aquamarine(Mumbai) The Jhoomar is shaped like a small fan, is a hair ornament that is typically worn on the right side of the head. […]

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Kada

What is a Kada? Kada simply means bangles or ornaments worn on the wrist. Sikhs (Sikh is a religious community )wear an iron bracelet known as the Kara. Above all it is a symbol of commitment to God according to the Sikh faith. Available at Delhi:– Meharee di Hatti (Delhi), Mehra Jewellers, TBZ, Tanishq, Amrapali […]

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Kamarband

What is Kamarbandh & where is it worn? Kamarbandh is a belly chain or waist chain that is worn around the waist. Available at Chennai:-Sukra(Chennai), Vummudi(Chennai), Shanthi Tailors (Chennai), Khazana Available at Mumbai:-Aquamarine, Sia art, Sneha Collection In South India, the kamarbandh is also known as Udiyanam. It is made of a 1inch thick band of […]

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Kasu Mala

What is Kasu Mala? Kasu means coins in Tamil and a few other South Indian languages. Mala is a garland or a necklace that is worn around the neck. Hence Kasu Mala is a necklace made with coins (gold shaped as coins). Available at Chennai:- Prince Jewellers, Vummudi, Sukra, Khazana Available at Bangalore:- Krishnai chetty, […]

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Maang Tikka

What is Maang Tikka? It is a beautiful piece of jewellery worn in the middle of parting of the hair and is meant for adorning the forehead. For instance, Maang tikka is an ornate chain with a bejewelled pendant that is placed on the forehead. There are tiny dangling chains on either side. Available at […]

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Mangalsutra

What is Mangalsutra chain? Mangal (meaning auspicious) sutra meaning thread. Mangalsutra chain is an auspicious thread or a chain. Available at Delhi:- PP Jewellers(Delhi), Khanna Jewellers, Tanishq, Thribhovandas bhimji Zaveri, Hazoorilal Available at Chennai:- Prince jewellery, GRT (Chennai) Available at Bangalore:- Jos Alukkas, Bhima Jewellers, C. Krishniah Chetty & Sons, Ganjam, Malabar Shop at:- TBZ in Mumbai […]

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Meenakari Jewellery

What is Meenakari Jewellery ? Meenakari Jewellery has a metal surface that is coloured by fusing attractive enamel colours. For instance, it is enamel work on metal and is very popular in Rajasthan. Further, this craft flourished in Persia and was brought to India by the Mughals. Above all, “Mina” refers to the blue skies […]

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Indian Jewellery holds a mirror to India’s rich cultural diversity. Visit the temples in Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan and other Indian States. You will enjoy the beautiful jewellery that adorn the gods & goddesses. Further, several of these jewellery pieces are worn even today.

Above all, India offers an exquisite range of designs in traditional jewellery & gemstones.Further,Indian classical dancers adorn similar traditional jewellery to complete their physical transformation as a dancer.

For instance, each region in India is popular for a certain kind of jewellery. Read the extensive glossary on Jewellery.

Gold Jewellery

Gold jewellery is popular in Tamilnadu, Kerala, and Karnataka & Andhra Pradesh. Further,gold jewellery is precious and is gifted to a bride at the time of her wedding. As a matter of fact, the best Indian jewellery shops for gold are Prince Jewellery ,Krishna Chetty,GRT , Vummudi & Tanishq

Kundan &Polki jewellery

Further, Kundan, Meenakari and Polki diamond jewellery are popular in North India. Above all ,Mughal architecture has inspired Meenakari jewellery. Check out Surana Jewellers in Jaipur

Silver Jewellery-Indian Jewellery shops

For example, Silver jewellery is popular in the regions of Rajasthan, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh and Himachal Pradesh.GK M block Market in Delhi has some good silver jewellery shops.

Indian Jewellery from North East

Assam & Manipur is famous for jewellery made from beads, stones & animal claws.

The respective State Emporiums in Delhi have these jewellery.

Imitation and Fashion Jewellery

Replica of original gold jewellery is very popular . The Lajpat Nagar Market in Delhi has a jewellery lane for fashion jewellery. In addition, wedding jewellery can be rented out in the same market.

Sri Bhavani Kangan Stores and Utharika are also good shops for fashion jewellery

Indian Jewellery

Talented goldsmiths & artisans from various Indian States create exquisite Indian jewellery.

At Shopkhoj, we have had an amazing journey through different cities. We have curated the best and most interesting jewellery shops. They are presented to you with reviews and ratings so that you can save time and money while shopping .This will also help you to have an enriching experience in the process.

We have categorized the shops as dealing in precious jewellery, silver jewellery & imitation jewellery.

Find the list of common jewellery items you will find in shops across India. If you want to know where to find a particular item, just head to the Shopkhoj homepage and initiate a search!