A digital archive showcasing the extensive collection of jewellery and adornment images shared on the former Ethnic Jewels Ning site over the years. These images have significantly enriched discussions on cultural adornment and its global dispersion.

Traditional Ethnic jewellery

Hinged ,hollow bracelets with spikes,also known as( bandaria or kharu).Tribe:TarbhaOrigin:Sonapur taluk Balangir district,Orissa.The spikes can also be used for self defense at times.Mostly worn by the weaver caste women.
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