Maharashtrian jewellery has a unique charm of its own. From its signature patterns and designs to its little intricacies, it always has us mesmerised. Embark on a journey through the captivating world of Maharashtrian jewelry, where every piece tells a story of tradition and craftsmanship. The signature patterns and designs woven into each ornament create a mesmerizing tapestry of culture and heritage.
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Kolhapuri Saaj
One of the most popular and stunning looking designs when it comes to marathi jewellery,. The kolhapuri saaj It is made with jav mani (golden beads) and 21 leaf-shaped pendants. Every pendant has its own meaning. Out of these 21 pendants, 10 pendants define the ten avatars of Lord Vishnu, 2 pendants have ruby and emerald stones, 8 pendants are for ashtamangal (ashta means eight and mangal means good) and the last pendant is a taviz.
Brahmani nath
The Maharashtrian nose ring, known as the “nath,” is renowned for its distinctive design. Unlike conventional pin or ring-shaped nose pins, the Maharashtrian nath takes the form of a bow. Typically crafted with pearls, rubies, or emeralds, these Brahmani naths come in diverse shapes and sizes. Historically, these ornate nose rings were a symbol of a family’s prosperity, serving as an indicator of their wealth. Many individuals opt for Brahmani naths made from real gold, adorned with pure pearls and diamonds, further emphasizing their cultural and aesthetic significance.
Kambarpatta
A Maharashtrian kambarpatta is a kamarbandh or gold belt that is worn by the bride over the saree on her waist. It’s made with variety of metals and has a huge array of designs.
Chinchpeti
It’s a pearl choker necklace interspersed with several decorated pendants. This is perfect for layering your jewellery as this again comes with an adjustable dori.
Mohanmaal
A long necklace with gold beads is called a mohanmaal. Mohan maal (maal means string style necklace) is a layered necklace and layers may vary from 2-8 strings.
Rani Haar
Rani haar is a long pearl necklace set with three layers of pearl string as well as a pendent in the middle.
Kolhapuri Thushi
Kolhapuri Thushi is a choker style necklace in pure gold beads with an adjustable dori at the back. This way this neckpiece can be worn loose or tight, depending on how you want to style it. One of the most popular marathi jewellery styles for bridal jewellery.
Tanmani
The tanmani is a classic three or four strings pearl necklace with a pendant in the centre. It’s usually comes in different colours or even a mix, like the navratna. It has an adjustable dori at the back allowing you to wear it at the length of your choice!
Kaan
Literally translates to an ear! A traditional ear cuff in all-gold and sometimes with pearls to be worn on your ear.
Bugadi
An ornament made in all gold and pearls and worn on the ear’s helix. You can also get an all-diamond variant in this now.
Paatlya
Paatlya are flat bangles with intricate design worn at the start or middle of the hirva chooda. These are usually worn by brides post the wedding too as they are easy to wear and not too heavy.
Tode
One of the heaviest bangles in the hands of a Maharashtrian bride, tode are thick bangles/kadas interlinked without any soldering. These are mostly worn at the start or middle of the traditional green chuda worn by brides.
Hirva Chooda
Maharashtrian brides wear a green chuda at their weddings, which are odd-numbered green glass bangles. Green is the symbol of fertility and they are mixed with real gold bangles while wearing them.
Vaati Mangalsutra
The traditional Maharashtrian mangalsutra has two vaatis (bowl-type pattern) as a pendant which is strung with black and gold beads. Many brides now opt for a diamond pendant or even other gold pattern pendants instead of the vaati style.
Vaaki
A delicate gold, gem-encrusted armband which can be adjusted to suit the bride’s comfort, the Vaaki is worn only on special occasions and favored by many brides on their big day.
Kudya
Beautifully crafted out of real pearls, this is a favourite ear stud among Maharashtrian brides. Kudi or kudya are also available in diamond and gold in varied patterns.
Ambada
This is a bun pin with tassels and embedded stones, used as a hair accessory.
Jodvi
Jodvi is a set of silver toe rings which is gifted by the mother in law to the daughter in law. They are worn in specific toes to activate different pressure points.
Painjan
Painjan are anklets made in silver, usually with some ghungroos to be worn on both feet. Maharashtrian brides cannot wear anklets in any other metal traditionally. There are various other designs and patterns in Maharashtrian bridal jewellery like surya haar, champakali haar, bor maal, lakshmi haar or putli haar, jondhale haar, dholki necklace, moongachi maal, kothameerechi maal kolhapuri belpan tik and rudraksha maal.
