Silver Bangle Heart of Indian Tradition
By aniketgore
Bangle is the jewel worn in hands. It’s the heart of the Indian Wedding Tradition. And every Indian women were it, prior to marriage and after marriage also. In these bangles Silver bangles, are very precious once, as silver is a precious metal in Indian Tradition. In Hindu tradition, bangles posses a great importance. Sterling silver bangles from india are very famous in the world due to their beauty and the preciousness.India is becoming a hub for the Silver Jewelery in the world.
Bangle are generally in round shape and are worn in hands. They are not as flexible as silver bangle bracelet, because of their completeness. Bracelets are generally has two ends, while bangle does not have an end.
Bangles are important part of
traditional Indian jewellery. They are generally worn in pairs by women; one or
more pairs each hand. Most Indian women prefer wearing silver, gold or glass
bangles. And sometimes combination of all. Few decades ago, only glass bangles
were available. But now a day’s inexpensive plastic bangles are replacing the
glass once. But still glass bangles are worn on festivals and marriages.
Types of bangles
There are two
types of bangles.
Solid Bangles: Solid bangles include solid silver bangle and solid gold bangle
as most expensive types. These bangles does not break in two pieces, means they
don’t have a opening.
Split Bangle: These are like a bracelet, which opens in two piece. One fine
example is silver bangle bracelets. This is a very precious ornament in Indian
history.
Bangles are made
from many metals, these days even platinum bangles are also present, but less
expensive and very beautiful silver bangles are very famous due to their
astheticness. Bangles also features many special designs on them, ranging from
a very small design style to hanging ornaments like, Jade Pendant with it.
Bangles come in various colours and its uniqueness increases its value.
In Indian cinema (80’s cinema) bangles are mostly used to indicate once presence
to other. Like many songs started with the lovely sound of bangles. Giving a
life to new traditions.
There is also a sad part associated with bangles. Indian widow never wears a bangle. All of her bangles are broken on the day her husband dies (But as a good thing, it was a tradition back many years, now a day’s a widow wears bangle). Many times a glass bangle can be a reason of a wound on arm, as it accidentally breaks in hand itself. A bangle can be a symbol of status also. The higher expensive bangle you wear the higher status you have in the society. But these days, working women, does not wear bangles, they prefer bracelet or watch.
How to take care of your silver bangles
1) Always polish your silver jewellery with a clean and soft cloth. Using a rough cloth will damage them.
2) Use only recommended chemical polish on sterling silver bangle. Using un recommended polish will make the bangle lose its polish.
3) In India each wardrobe have special place to keep bangles. Use one like that to keep your bangles safe from damage.
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