Anklets and Toe Rings

Paradoxically, the feet are considered to be the most polluted part of the human body and at the same time, the objet of highest admiration and veneration. Humbling oneself by touching the fet of one's elders or prostrating oneself before them or worshipping the feet or sandals of a deity or a holy man are expressions of respect. By the same token of expression of submissiveness, a lover is often portrayed in art of described in literature as falling at his beloved's feet or admiring them with gentle caresses. The feet of a nayika, worthy of a lover's affection, are abundantly adorned with anklets and toe rings. Anklets are of two basic types, i.e. the stiff and the flexible. The stiff anklets are either cas or fabricated by hammering sheet metal into the requisite shape. Using the techniques of chiselling, engraving, repousse, granulation or threading and wire work, anklets are patterned. The flexible variety employs close interlicking of separately made links tied together either by using variations of chain technique or by threading together of links. Known as jhanjhar or pajeb, the flexible variety is often further adorned with jingle bells. There is no better music to the ears of a lover than the jingling sound arising from the steps of his beloved. This has been a subject of innumerable poetic stanzas in Indian lierature over several centuries.
Like the finger and thumb rings described above, there is a whole class of tow rings covered with floral shanks and often inter linked with chains. Similar to a tripartite hand ornament known as hathphul having finger rings, there is a foot ornament having toe rings connected to an ornamental pendant with a chain issuing from eah ring which in turn is further linked to an anklet with a hook. This ornament fully covers the foot from ankle to toes. Toe rings are known as bichhia in northern and western India indicating.

Indian Traditional Silver Jewellery

Silver jewellery has a vigour and liveliness all its own, many of its designs preserving an antique originality. If gold was the preferred metal of the affluent, silver was the staple of the rural and tribal areas. It was a means of saving money, and an indication of a person's wealth. The jewellery was a mobile "bank", serving as both adornment to be kept on the person aned a stand by in times of need. This is perhaps one reason why the jewellery appears so heavy and chunky.
Areas, and communities within areas, had their own distinctive design ocabularies, and local silversmiths fashioned the metal into beaded chokers, long ropes of chains, heavy collars, pendant boxes, a huge variety of bangles, bracelets, wristlets and amulets, nose rings and of course anklets. Of anklets alone, there is an almost bewildering range which seems to go from heavy to heaviest! So large are some anklets that you would think they make silver was studded with semi-precious stones like turquoise, coral or agate. And in the dryland of Banni in Kutch, the dun landscape is like a backdrop for some fo the most spectacular jewellery in India. Here, as elsewhere, the jewellery, the clothes, the embroideries, are all social identifiers, indicating where the woman is from to what caste she belongs and whether she is married.The irony of this poem may make you smile, but contrary to the poet's belief it is a fact that gems exert a strange magnetic pull. Jewellery exhibitions the world over attract adiences who do indeed look twice at "girl-less gems", as much for their beauty and flawlessness as for their rarity and thus value.

Beautiful Anklets

Absolutely beautiful anklets! The links and charms are amazing and beautifully crafted. Very sturdy; I never worry about them falling off. I've never wanted to show off my ankles before. They dress up any occasion. Can't wait for shorts and sandal weather.

Ankle Bracelet Toe Ring Indian Foot Jewelry

Anklet toe ring: Ankle is an ornament worn around the ankle and toe rings are small circular bands, made of metal that is worn on the toes. Worn commonly on the second toe of either foot, these tiny adorable toe rings are considered an important accessory for the married women. It forms one of the most popular fashion accessories among the Indians. The toes rings are usually adjustable type and are available in a variety of designs. Anklets are also known as an ankle bracelet which is used to adorn the ankles. Anklet is a perfect piece of art. This is a fashion accessory among all age groups, especially the teenage group. The anklet come with loving embellishments, intricate carvings and other fine artistry easily done on silver. Silver anklets called pajeb or jhanjhar in India, are made by tying links in a chain. Subsequently, sonorous bells can be attached to the chain, so that the wearer can make pleasing sounds while walking. Traditionally handcrafted silver anklets are embedded with silver beads. Absolutely charming, ankle bracelets go well with any casual dress for women, occidental or oriental. They are particularly suited for summers when women love to wear sandals. The feet of an Indian woman are very often adorned with anklets. Anklets are of two basic types, i.e. the stiff and the flexible. The stiff anklets are either cast or fabricated by hammering sheet metal into the requisite shape. Using the techniques of chiseling, engraving, granulation, or threading and wire work, anklets are patterned. The anklets have always enhanced the dainty & feminine side with elegance. Shalin craft have two types of materials used for defining the shape of anklets available in traditional and chunky designing. Such as: Sterling Silver Anklet and Stone Anklet, both are crafted by hands. It is a perfect gift and there is no better music to the ears of a lover than the jingling sound arising from the steps of his beloved.