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.
