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WHY SHOP FOR JEWELRY AT UTSAV?
- Tremendous range of jewelry.
- An absolutely exclusive collection that cannot be found on any other site.
- Showcases the whole ethnic jewelry range, and not just costume jewelry.
- High quality of metals, stones and craftsmanship in every piece.
- From affordable to expensive - a perfect fit for all budgets and occasions.
- Pearl jewelry has been one of the most popular styles of jewelry for many centuries. Pearls are one of the most amazing products of the natural world, formed within the living tissue of shellfish. For centuries, the only way to obtain pearls was to dive down to the seabed and collect oysters. The chances of finding even a single pearl were slim, and diving without any modern equipment was dangerous. This made pearl jewelry expensive and incredibly valuable.
- The pearl beds of the Indian Ocean have historically been one of the richest sources of pearls, and there has been a thriving trade in pearls and pearl jewelry in India for hundreds of years.
- Pearls have always been highly valued in India. Many Hindu deities are depicted wearing pearls, and they have often been worn by royalty too. In India, pearl jewelry is traditionally worn by brides upon their wedding day.
- Indian pearl jewelry is often more intricate than the simple strings of pearls that have commonly been produced elsewhere. In India, pearls are often set in necklaces, many of which are formed of intricate loops and patterns of pearls and brightly colored beads or gemstones. Sometimes, a matching set will be formed, with a pair of earrings to be worn along with the necklace. Bracelets, bangles and rings may also be set with pearls.
- Simple pearl necklaces are produced alongside the more elaborate pieces created in India. Pearl necklaces like these are known by special names that relate to their length. They range in size from the shortest collars through chokers, princess length, matinee length and opera length to the longest, a pearl rope.
- The Indian pearl trade continues to thrive today. Some of the world's finest artisans are still to be found in Indian cities such as Hyderabad, where they have been crafting pearl jewelry since the reign of the Mogul Dynasty. The pearls that are used in jewelry today are far more abundant and affordable since many of them are cultured pearls, grown in farmed oysters. Natural pearls are still more valuable, but cultured pearls are just as beautiful and far less expensive.
- Pearls are judged and valued by a number of characteristics. The most important, for jewelers, is their luster, although the size of a pearl is often used as a rough guide to its value. A flawless surface is highly desirable. Pearls are also described according to their color. White pearls are the most common and often the most valuable, although pearls may also be black, pink, champagne, blue, green or purple.
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Beautiful Necklace SetBy Aparna from Algeria on 3/30/2012 1:07:09 PM
Bottom Line : Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Comments : Hi utsav, I received my necklace set today. Beautiful set of earring. Stunning workmanship. Service is also great. Thanks.
Very HappyBy Katelyn from Jamaica on 3/30/2012 11:34:19 AM
Bottom Line :Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Comments :The rings I ordered arrived and I am very happy with them. I just wanted to say thanks for the speed of delivery. Your service was great and I would not hesitate to purchase from you again or to recommend you. Thanks
Great ServiceBy Bella from Lithuania on 3/30/2012 11:51:21 AM
Bottom Line :Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Comments :Hello, I just WANT to let you know, I received my necklace this morning and it is fantastic. Thank you for a great service. .
Very BeautifulBy Valerie from Rwanda on 3/30/2012 12:24:26 PM
Bottom Line : Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Comments : I received my bangle set yesterday. Its very beautiful. Thank you very much.