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Antique Temple Carved Openable Brass Bridal Kada Bangles

in the antique tradition,

Rs. 7,795.00 incl. of GST

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Item code JA0379

Metal / Material Brass

Size Bangles Size : 2/6

Weight 145.0 g

Dimensions Bangles Size : 2/6

Care

Always put jewellery on last and take it off first. Keep away from perfume, water, and sweat. Wipe with a soft dry cloth after wear and store in the pouch or box provided, away from direct sunlight and humidity.

Description

Worn on the wrist, a temple is carried everywhere. This kada draws from the devotional vocabulary of South Indian temple jewellery, a tradition kept alive in workshops stretching from Nagercoil to the goldsmith quarters of Thanjavur. Cast in solid brass and finished in an antique patina, the bangle is worked with deeply carved architectural motifs: deity figures, lotus medallions and scrolling border friezes that echo the stone-cut facades of gopurams. The silhouette is wide and cuff-like, bold enough to command attention without ornament beyond the carving itself. At 145 grams, the weight is substantial and intentional, the kind of settled gravity that speaks of traditional bridal adornment rather than contemporary minimalism. The openable hinge closure, a practical refinement of the bridal kada form, allows the piece to sit flush and secure against the wrist without the compromise of a screw or clasp. Pair it with a Kanjivaram silk sari in deep temple red or peacock green for a wedding ceremony, letting the brass warm against the zari weave. For a quieter occasion, it grounds a cream cotton chanderi kurta with equal conviction. Offered in size 2/6, this kada suits a standard Indian wrist and its hinged opening makes wearing straightforward. The antique brass finish is low-maintenance and deepens handsomely with time, requiring only an occasional soft cloth. A considered choice for the bridal trousseau or a lasting gift of craft.

Details

Material: Brass
Dimensions: Bangles Size : 2/6
Weight: 145.0 g
SKU: JA0379

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Frequently asked

Each piece is handcrafted by karigars we work with directly across India, using heritage techniques such as Kundan setting, Polki, Meenakari enamelling, and temple casting passed down through generations. Small irregularities are the signature of hand-work, not a defect.

Many of our rings and chains can be resized free of charge. For bangles and bracelets, please check the dimensions above, if you need a different fit, write to us at showroom.sj@exoticindia.com with your order number.

Put jewellery on last and take it off first. Keep away from perfume, water, sweat. Wipe with the soft dry cloth we include after wear and store in the cotton pouch. We offer complimentary lifetime cleaning, ship it back whenever it needs a polish.

All gold & silver pieces are independently checked where mandated. The quality check stamp sits on the clasp or inner band. Brass and alloy pieces carry our in-house certificate confirming the composition.

Orders are hand-packed within 24 hours and reach you in 4–7 working days in India, 7–12 working days internationally. Shipping is free, insured, door-to-door via DHL / FedEx.

We accept hassle-free returns within 7 days of delivery, as long as the piece is unworn, in original packaging, with all tags intact. Pierced jewellery is non-returnable for hygiene reasons.

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