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Posted by Mahua Sarkar Sen on April 16, 2014 at 11:59am

From Rajasthan, India.Torque (Hasli, as we call them in India) in Silver & authentic Kundan, dating back to the 1940s.Kundan keshri is a traditional form of Indian gemstone jewellery involving a gem set with gold foil between the stones and its mount, usually for elaborate necklaces. The method is believed to have originated in the royal courts of Rajasthan and Gujarat. It is the oldest form of jewellery made and worn in India.

Comments

Eva Baby April 16, 2014 at 12:46pm

thank you for your text info, which is very interesting! Very nice torque, but big! I like the Little Pendants.
Mahua Sarkar Sen April 16, 2014 at 12:48pm

Thanks Eva for your feedback.
Marie-Ange April 16, 2014 at 2:21pm

Very nice torque!
Mahua Sarkar Sen April 16, 2014 at 5:31pm

Thanks Marie :)
Lanajnaj April 16, 2014 at 6:29pm

I like this piece !bravo
Mahua Sarkar Sen April 16, 2014 at 9:02pm

Thanks Lanajnaj for your appreciation
Betty April 16, 2014 at 9:05pm

It's a great piece. I love the filigree dangles lending the substantial body of the torque a delicate and elegant air.
ingrid Langerak April 16, 2014 at 9:06pm

Beautiful as a whole, such skillful workmanship and a clear description to learn from. Thank you.
Lynn Ardent September 6, 2014 at 2:18am

This necklace is wonderful. I love the balance between bold and heavy, and light and delicate.