Earrings, necklaces and bracelets, made with gold and silver
are interesting to wear and a joy to give and collect. Silver jewelry has a
classic look and feel that is hard to get in gold jewelry. Sterling silver is
harder than gold. The higher the karat gold, the softer it is. Fine gold and
sterling silver are relatively soft, and polishing will eventually wear away
the metal.
Asian gold and silver jewelry often depicts Dragons, phoenixes,
and many Buddhist symbols. The gold and silver jewelry of
In certain regions of
Indian jewelry today transcends tribal styles, and in may
cases East Indian bridal jewelry represents personal wealth that can come in
handy during times of need.
East Indian jewelry is the most popular and widely cherished
jewelry in the whole world, and it creates a sensation because it is both fun
and attractive. Further, because of its wide appeal to both men and women, it
can be worn in great abundance.
East Indian gold and silver jewelry includes gold fillets
and earrings, bead necklaces, and metal and pottery bangles. East Indian sculpture depicts men and women wearing heavy
necklaces, bracelets, girdles, and earrings.
Necklaces of traditional temple designs, or the eminent kolhapuri sajh designs, are much sought after by those in the fashion industry. The traditional panchangal, which is a five ring connected gold jewelry for all five fingers of a hand, is a special prize.