Temple jewellery takes its inspiration from designs associated with deities and temple traditions in South India. Today it is loved across India, including in Maharashtra, for its rich antique-gold look and detailed motifs.
Typical features
- Motifs such as deities, peacocks, lotuses, temple towers and coins.
- An antique or matte gold finish.
- Red and green stones, often with pearls or gold-toned drops.
- Long haarams, chokers and large jhumkas.
Occasions
Temple jewellery suits weddings, religious ceremonies, festivals such as Diwali and Navratri, and classical dance performances. Its traditional character makes it a strong choice for photographs.
Styling ideas
- With silk sarees: a temple choker and a long haaram for a layered look.
- With Paithani or Kanjivaram sarees: coordinate stones with the saree's border.
- With simpler outfits: temple jhumkas alone add a festive touch.
Coins and laxmi motifs
Coin-style temple necklaces relate closely to the Maharashtrian laxmi haar. See mohanmal and laxmi haar.
Choosing quality
Check the clarity of the motifs, the evenness of the antique finish and the strength of links and hooks, especially on heavier haarams.
Care
Antique finishes should not be polished with abrasive cloths. Wipe gently and store in a dry box.
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