![]() The history of jewellery have time and again inspired a lot of gold and contemporary jewellery makers to come up with the lovely and intricate designs in the modern times. However, whenever it comes to the history of jewellery, it is very confusing and difficult to categorize the same, since the forms of jewellery used in this period were very different from the ones we use today. The earliest form of jewellery discovered in the Indian continent, are described as ancient jewellery. The ancient jewellery includes earrings, beads, amulets, seals, amulet cases and much more! We come across many examples and many discoveries stating the existence of gold coins in the ancient period. ![]() We can also find the existence of the arm & the leg ornaments being an integral part of an individuals' personality, in ancient India. The ornaments for the head have been a part of the Indian culture since ages. The jewellery consisted of bindis, tikkas, forehead ornaments, nose rings, ear ornaments as well as the earrings. Such adornments have been inherited by the present generations due to the past rich legacy of the great Indian rulers and the population of those times. The artisans in those times have crafted these head ornaments with a lot of artistry in order to make them skillful wonders. Turban Jewellery was also considered as an important part of the jewellery, however, mostly for the rulers. The historical India has provided various explanations about the different dynasties that have come and gone and have left their mark on the Indian soil. The turban jewellery surely forms an important part of these ruling dynasties and the former have been an integral part of deciphering the reign of any particular clan. For example, turban jewellery worn by every particular king had the choice of gemstones and fine artwork of jewellery makers present in that particular part of India. This surely made all turban jewellery significant and thus, the same could be easily traced back to any part of India, from where it was made. ![]() Ancient Indian Jewellery Different types of jewellery are so far found in various excavations. The ancient Indian jewellery comprises of many gold coins and beaded jewellery, used by the various dynasties. Ancient Indian jewellery are the ones made from the Indus valley civilization, till the Gandhara & the Sunga dynasty. Jewellery in Moghul Period The jewellery in this period is displays very attractive designs, since these patterns contain the intricate designs, which were not only famous in that era, but even till date. Infact, most of the minute jewellery patterns in the recent ages have also been inspired by the Moghul jewellery. (Last Updated on : 10-12-2013) |
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