Spotting an ancient piece of jewellery

In between our series of Bali, we have taken detour for the time being. Here’s something from the historical land of the father of Indian Nation-Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi fondly known as Bapu.

Unparalleled love for jewelries existed in India much before the concept of ‘accessories designing’ came into the limelight through the world of Fashion. Check out this stunning lalten shaped earrings, also known as ‘Vadhela’ worn by the ladies of Maher community also known as Mher community of Saurashtra region in Gujarat. The weight of the earnings can range from 30 grams gold and can go upto 150 grams gold or more. Maher community is known for their excessive spending in Gold. Huge quantum of gold jewellery is also excahnged during engagement and wedding ceremonies. It’s said that all the jeweleries are specially customised by the goldsmiths. Mahers can go to any extent to protect these jewelries as it means everything to them. Just to know more background about Maher community, you can google Santokben Jadeja who hailed from the same community 

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