Goa is
popular for its exquisite and quirky designs that are made by Goan craftsman
with a lot of preciseness and details. Goa is also well-known for its
beautifully crafted gold to make the most beautiful Goan
jewellery with the most charming designs that anyone has ever seen.
Goa jewellery is very graceful and
enchanting and attracts crowd because of its charm. It offers a lot of variety
of traditional ornaments for every part of women’s body. Jewellery of Goa comes
in an astonishing variety, something that will leave you spoilt for choice.
The
jewellery of Goa was commenced and created first by ‘Daivadnya Brahmins’ who
were majorly known for their creativity and skills in making of jewellery. They
were the first one to initiate goan jewellery to Europe.
It comes in various styles such as Nathini, Pichodi, Tode and Pake that are very popular among the jewellery of Goa. It ranges from traditional Bajubandh adorned with statement motifs to simple-sober Goth.
Here we
have created a list of different types of jewellery of Goa.
1. BAJUBANDH
It is a
type of armlet which is worn on the upper part of arms by women. It is made in
gold with embossed floral and peacock motifs that are crafted with delicate
care and detailing by artisans.
They come in a lot of patterns and designs but yet the best ones are inspired by the historical Indian culture and heritage.
You can
get your hands on beautiful Bajubandh embossed with gemstones and pearls to add
quirkiness to your look. Some beautiful designs of Bajubandh come with the
image of deities such as Vetal, Brahmini Vai and Mahishasurmardini.
2. GOTH
It is a
piece of traditional Goan jewellery which largely consists of
gold. It has a burnished design that is made with beautiful motifs by the artistry
clan of Goa.
This ornament can be easily found at any local jewellery shop in Goa. It comes with
a lot of designs and varieties. Goth looks extremely beautiful and charming
with ‘Pano Bhaju’ which is a part of Goa traditional dress.
3. TODE
Tode is
a type of wrist bangle which is made up of gold and comes in precise detailed
design adorned by Goan women especially on special occasions like weddings or
Poojas.
It also
comes with an adjustable screw that makes handy for women to easily adjust
their gold bangle according to their wrist size.
4. PIDDUKACHI KAKNA
This is
a type of gold bangle which comes in the design of beaded gold. Beads of
different colours are embossed on them with motifs of gold. Vibrant coloured
beads are used such as red, yellow and orange to make these enchanting bangles.
They
also come with a plethora of shade options but the most appealing design comes
with black beads. These are lightweight bangles that can be worn for a longer
duration without much hassle or getting uncomfortable.
5. COIN BANGLES
Coin
bangles are the type of Kadas that consists of gold engraved with patterned
coins, motifs and coloured gemstones. Coins sometimes contain the symbol of
religious figures and deities images such as Kelbai, Vetal, Brahmini Mai and
Mahishasurmardini.
6. PICHODI
It is a form of the bangle which is made up of gold motifs or pearls arranged in the form of beautiful and elegant crown shape. This ornament becomes more expensive when gemstones are studded on them rather than when they are embossed with motifs and gold.
They are easily available at Goa local shops but you can get them online with better prices and design variety.
Which
of this traditional jewellery of Goa did you love the most? Tell us in comments
below.
