jewelry: Bridal-jewellery

Andhra Reddy wedding ornaments are mostly designed in studded form with different kinds of precious stones like ruby, emerald, blue sapphire etc. Interestingly most of their traditional items are evolved from the sculptures of Hindu Gods. The uncut diamonds are one of the differentiating elements of Reddy Ornaments. Pathakala Haaram - a multilayered long chain, Kanta Abushanam - a tight necklace close to neck, Mukku Podaka (nose ring), Papidi Billa, Vaddanam, studded bangles are the inevitable traditional items for them. Andhra Pradesh is very famous for its precious stone, lac and filigree work jewellery and the same can be seen often featuring as a traditional touch to most modern bridal trousseau as well.