Rajasthani Razzle Dazzle

Rajasthani Razzle Dazzle

Rajasthani women adorn themselves with bangles; tinkling anklets; armbands; and finger, nose-, toe-, and earrings. Men are also fond of wearing gold hoops in their ears and amulets around their arms. In Jaipur, look for gold settings of kundan (a glasslike white stone) and mina (enamel) work. Udaipur, Nathdwara, and Jaisalmer are all known for antique and contemporary silver jewelry. Decorated lac (lacquer) bangles are worn for good luck. Rajasthani artisans also specialize in cutting precious and semiprecious stones. Jaipur is a trade center for precious stones, and one of the emerald capitals of the world.