Jewel Posts

PNG Jewellers is one of the oldest retail brands in India. Dating back to 1832, this retail brand specialises in typical Indian jewellery, especially Maharashtrian designs. With a unique footprint across the major gems and jewellery markets and online , the brand has now moved to an even more happening location of Mumbai. From Nehru Nagar in Vile Parle east, the outlet has been relocated to the main hub Irla in the west. With that, the retail giant hopes to attract more customers while upholding the legacy of purity, trust and commitment.  The inauguration ceremony took place in the esteemed presence of Mrs. Sapna Sudhir Mungantiwar, wife of Maharashtra state finance minister at a grand event on June 28, 2018. Also, present were the CMD Saurabh Gadgil and Executive Director Parag Gadgil for the opening of the  swanky 5,000 sq ft store .   Just so you know, within the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, PNG Jewellers also has a presence in Borivali, Than...

Love Maharashtrian jewellery ? Then I am sure you are also a fan of Putli Haar. A lot of you must have already bought one. But wait a minute. Are you sure, you own an authentic Putli Haar ? I am neither talking about the purity of gold nor emphasizing on the genuineness of stones used in it. Instead I am stressing upon the design. Yes you heard that right. The design. But what about design? For that, let us first understand what a Putli Haar looks like. In Marathi, Pulti mean coin and Haar means neckwear . With that, it is essentially a coin necklace. Legends has it, these coin necklaces were made by stringing Roman coins together. Those coins had Greek gods who more or less looked like Hindu deities were engraved on them. Therefore, when this style of neckwear came to India, the local jewellers here interpreted as Hindu deities and that is how, Laxmi, Ganesh... coins came to be used in Putli Haar . But that does not mean, you cannot get the authentic design anymore. At P...

Kudi earrings is one of the most popular traditional Maharashtrian jewellery. Essentially, it is designed by stringing pearls together into a floral pattern. The string used to hold the pearls together may be made of gold or a nylon thread. While it is an out and out handmade jewel, it amps up the wearer's festive look.  But with time, this traditional jewel underwent a major makeover. Instead of pearls, now it is also designed into gold. The look and feel of the beads are achieved by carving it in gold. In some cases, the pearls are used, just that they are embedded in the gold frame and not typically strung together. Even in this form, Kudi earrings continue to rule the roost.  That's not all. Ever since gemstones have developed a fan-base in India, ruby and emerald-studded designs too have been gracing this segment of jewellery . So, even if you already have one, a new designer pair is always welcome, what say you! Author: Deepa Mishra Di...

With Gudi Padwa just around the corner it’s time for celebrations and festivities. Gudi Padwa, celebrated as the Marathi New Year, is one of the most auspicious festivals for the Marathi community.  It is celebrated on the first day of the month of Chaitra according to the lunar calendar. The day is marked by hoisting Gudi, having traditional delicacies, lighting fireworks, dressing up in the traditional nauvari and buying traditional gold jewellery . To look your best in traditional Maharashtrian jewellery and celebrate the festival in its true sense, follow these simple style tips: Drape the Nauvari sari right Nine yard long sari or the Nauvari sari is the traditional sari that Maharashtrian women wear on special occassions. You should definitely drape a nauvari sari with proper pleat and folds around your waist. Nauvari Sari in bold colours, paired with traditional gold jewellery. will definitely make you look glamorous in your ethnic attire. Traditional Nath and the Green bangle...