DIFFERENT TYPES OF SOUTH INDIAN JEWELRY

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DIFFERENT TYPES OF SOUTH INDIAN JEWELRY
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• The traditional, rich, and distinctive jewelry
  styles and craftsmanship of South Indian jewelry
  distinguish it apart from the jewellery types
  found in other Indian states. South Indian
  jewellery is primarily gold, with diamonds,
  pearls, and Kemp stones.
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• South Indians use jewellery as a status symbol,
  the abundance and display of which are attributed
  to one's social achievement. Jewelry is
  profoundly ingrained in every element of their
  culture, including tradition, religion, rituals,
  ceremonies, weddings, and festivals.
• Let's discuss various types of south indian
  jewellery worn

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NECKLACES OR HAARAMS

• 1. LAKSHMI HAAR A Lakshmi Haar is a long gold
  necklace with a jewel-encrusted pendant that
  features a delicately engraved image of the
  goddess Lakshmi surrounded by peacocks or
  elephants and set with valuable stones as its
  focal point. The goddess stands for money and
  success. It is a crucial component of the bridal
  jewelry set and is worn during festivities and
  festivals. When created with gold coins, Lakshmi
  Haar is known as Lakshmi Kasu Mala. While a
  luxury Lakshmi Haar produced with 22k gold and
  gems can cost as much as Rs. 1,50,000 lakh and
  more, a gold-plated Lakshmi Haar starts at
  roughly Rs. 1500.
• 2. MANGO MALA A Mango Mala or Manga Malai is a
  distinctive southern object that can be light or
  hefty, heavily decorated. They look fantastic on
  any traditional garment, including Kanjeevaram
  sarees. The necklace's chain is made up of
  mango-shaped pendants, most of which are set with
  cabochon rubies and pearls, and it has a complex
  pendant in the middle. This is typically worn
  during weddings and other significant events. The
  mango represents love. Mango Malas can cost up to
  Rs 3,000,00 due to their beautiful carving,
  especially if Nakshi. Impersonations cost Rs 2000
  and above.

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• 3. KASU MALA A traditional decoration known as
  Kasu Mala, or "Gold Coin Necklace," is made of
  tiny gold coins engraved with the Lakshmi symbol
  and strung together in an overlapping pattern.
  Kasu Mala, which women must wear on their wedding
  day, is available in various lengths, from short
  pieces for more casual events to extravagant long
  ones for formal clothing. Older generation women
  typically wear smaller Kasu Mala as jewellery.
  The necklace represents prosperity and good
  fortune. Real gold Kasu Malas start at Rs.
  15,000 imitation ones start at Rs. 600.
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• 4. The Nakshi or the Temple Jewellery  The Chola
  dynasty's control in the ninth century is
  regarded to have marked the beginning of temple
  jewellery. Since the Chola kings promoted
  cultural development, many pieces of temple
  jewellery are now modeled in the designs of South
  Indian temples. Temple jewellery is embellished
  with pearls, gems, and precious and semi-precious
  stones to give them a classic appeal. They are
  also adorned with stones like polki and Kundan,
  which are popular in North Indian jewellery.
  Among the designs and motifs available are swans,
  peacocks, lotus flowers, gods and goddesses,
  royal figures, and other themes. The Nakshi, or
  temple jewellery, enhances a bride's beauty and
  radiance. It gives you a stunning appearance on
  your wedding day.

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• 5. The Pacchi Jewellery Necklace The Pacchi is
  among the items of South Indian jewellery that
  have been meticulously crafted. Along with
  pearls, it is decorated with glass stones and
  Pacchi leaves. Pacchi's three-dimensionally
  created pieces are his best.
• The lovely and varied selection of south Indian
  neck jewels will make you alluring, whether
  you're seeking jewellery for the engagement,
  Mehndi, or the ultimate wedding appearance.
  Everything you ought to know is right here.
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• With our guide to south indian jewellery, we hope
  you can select a lovely style for yourself.