Kundan Jewellery

One of the most expensive types of bridal jewllery is the Kundan jewellery. It is greatly appreciated for its quality and masterful workmanship. Under the patronage of Rajasthani aristocrats, this mughal jewellery has attained perfection and is just right for any bride who wants a fabulous and traditional jewellery set!

Kundan work is a method of gem setting, consising of inserting gold foil between the stones and its mount. Kundan work is often combined with meenakari, so tha a piece of jewellery has two equally beautiful surfaces, enamel at the back end and kundan set gems in the front. Meenakari involves the fusion of colored minerals, such as cobalt oxide for blue and copper oxide for green. This gives the effect of precious stone inlay work on the surface of the metal.

How to shop for Kundan Jewellery

• Always check the Jewellery for stamps of maker it helps to avoid risk of fake.
• If Jewellery turns black or green after some time it is not gold.
• If you bought silver Jewellery it will turn black after a few days, if it doesn’t it is fake.
• Hold a magnet close to the ornament. Jewellery is fake it gets attracted.
• Get latest prices of Kundan work verified from different seller before purchase.

How to take care of your Kundan Jewellery

• Always use a soft cloth to clean the surface of the Jewellery or it will lose the shine soon.
• Never use water.
• Eraser can also be used to remove sweat marks or any other marks from the Jewellery.
• Keeping silica pouch in your Jewellery box it will keep it from tarnishing and cracking.
• Always put-on your Jewellery after applying makeup and perfume.
• Always keep your Jewellery in dust free container.
• Wrap your Jewellery in soft cloth before storing to prevent oxidisation.