Whe Handmade Bidri Pure Silver Inlay Argyle Choker Necklace

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This jewelry piece is made from a tradional craft called 'Bidri'. This craft is practised in Bidar, Karnataka. The Silver motif is made of Pure Silver inlay work while the black part is alloy of copper and zinc. Traditionally this craft is used in making Home decor items. This is an effort to experiment Bidri craft as Jewelry.

Craft -Bidri artwork is a form of metal handicrafts. It is named after Bidar, a city in Karnataka where it is widely practiced. It was developed in the 14th century. Bidri is made from an oxidized alloy of zinc and copper inlaid with pure silver. It is prized as a symbol of wealth. To Create this Collection artisan needs to follow eight stage process: The eight stages are moulding, smoothening by file, designing by chisels, engraving by chisel and hammer, pure silver inlaying, smoothening again, buffing, and finally oxidizing by soil and ammonium chloride. In this collection, the soil plays a very important role. It is believed to possess special properties that help oxidization giving it a beautiful blackened appearance.

Color -Black

Material -Alloy with Pure Silver inlay work

Dimension / Size -L- 5 * W-1 Inch

Wash & Care / Maintenance -Keep away from moisture. Store away from light

Net Qty -5

Dispatch Timeline - (in Days)This item will be dispatched in 10 days

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  • Wash Care

    DRY CLEAN ONLY EVERY TIME. Natural colours tend to run. Do note that sometimes the colours on screen appear brighter. Please do see the size chart carefully.

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    Country of Origin - India

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  • 30 Days Free Return

    Okhai Apparels - 30 Days Free Return. On SALE - No Return Refund. Please Note - Custom Made Handicrafts - No Returns No Refund as mentioned in the product description.

  • Estimated Delivery Time

    Okhai Apparel - 4-6 Working Days. Custom Handicrafts - 15 to 30 days as artisans make it after they receive the order.

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Gauri Varma

Very elegant and versatile choker necklace and a great way to preserve our traditional handicrafts like Bidri