What is the famous jewellery of Maharashtra?

Maharashtrian Nath comes in a variety of designs and styles. The famous ones are: Banu nath, Peshwai nath, Pachu nath, etc. The famous designs include Pearls and a pink or white stone in the middle and a Basra pearl and emerald. The latter is crafted in 22-karat and has an uncut diamond surrounded by rare Basra pearls.

What is Saaj jewellery?

Kolhapuri Saaj is an authentic ethnic necklace from the Western Ghats of India. Famous by the name of Kolhapuri Saaj it is a handmade necklace. It is a signature piece of Maharashtrian jewellery, unique in its design. The design of Saaj is made by craftsman of kolhapur and it is supplied by them to all over India.

What is kolhapuri jewellery?

Most of the Maharashtrian jewelleries are derived from the legacies of Maratha and Peshwa dynasties. Kolhapur is famous for its special type of necklace called Kolhapur saaj. This jewellery is very much special for Maharashtrian women.

What is chapla Haar?

Putali Chapla Haar is a kolhapuri traditional chain decorated with intricate Laxmi carvings.

What is Peshwai jewellery?

The ornaments crafted in the era of peshwas are popularly known as the peshwai jewellery. The traditional Peshwai ornaments are mostly made in pure gold. But in the present age, different variations of Peshwai jewellery are available for purchase.

What is Thushi necklace?

Tushi necklace or thusi necklace is a traditional Maharashtrian necklace that is made by closely placing golden balls filled with wax to form sturdy jewellery. This Maharashtrian jewellery has become famous all over India because of its lightweight and budget-friendly price point.

What is Mohan Mala?

Mohan Mala is one of the most elaborate and rich-looking necklaces worn in the southern and western parts of India. The look of this Maharashtrian jewellery staple is completely traditional and ethnic which makes it look exotic and pure.

What is Maharashtrian Thushi?

Thushi is a typically Maharashtrian ornament worn like a necklace. Thushi necklace is designed in choker necklace style by weaving gold beads closely with one another. Thushi designs come in a variety of colors and design.

Why is Kolhapur called Dakshin Kashi?

Kolhapur is known as `Dakshin Kashi’ or Kashi of the South because of its spiritual history and the antiquity of its shrine Mahalaxmi, better known as Ambabai.

Who can wear kolhapuri Saaj?

Originating in Kolhapur, Saaj is worn by married Maharashtrian women. It is gifted by the groom’s family to the bride. Saaj necklace has 21 leaves carved in 22 karat gold. The pendant in the centre of the necklace is called ‘the saaj ghat’.