The Andhra Wedding – Pellikutru

The Andhra Wedding – Pellikutru

Andhra Pradesh had a virtual monopoly in the global jewelry industry till 1826 (founding of the diamond mines in Rhodisia - Africa) and eight of the 10 most valuable jewelry pieces on earth today trace their history back to Andhra Pradesh. The traders were into diamond mining, pearl harvesting and jewelry traditions to form an impressive fashion tradition that has stood the test of time. The ancient Golconda mine is the mother of the numerous legendary gems such as the Koh-i-Noor and Hope Diamond.

The art of making fine jewellery is influenced by the great historic past of the land. The pearls of Hyderabad are also very famous. The pearl market developed near the Char Minar in Hyderabad was given the impetus by the Nizam of Hydearabd. Jewellery made of Hyderabad pearls is very popular.

Ornaments made of Hyderabad pearls is very popular. Ornaments such as Vaddanna, Aravaanke, Kasula- haram, Buttalu which are made of gold and precious stones, is known for its artistic tradition and beauty.

Nakshi model jewellery. Such is the skill of Indian jewellers that with time, the real flowers and leaves inspired them to recreate the gifts of nature in gold and silver.

Vaddanam, Kadiyam, Gajula, Kanta Abushanam, Mukku Podaka, Papidi Billa are often part of Andhara wedding trousseau along with the Mangala Sutra.