Lord Jagannath Nilachakra Antique Sterling Silver Pendant

in the antique tradition,

Rs. 5,459.00 incl. of GST

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Quantity
Item code JA1696
Metal / Material sterling silver
Weight 7.0 g
Dimensions 1 Inches Height X 1 Inches Width
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

There are devotions that need no temple, only the right adornment close to the heart. Lord Jagannath, the presiding deity of Puri, is rendered here in sterling silver with the characteristic large round eyes and stylised visage that have defined his iconography for centuries. Rising above him is the Nilachakra, the sacred wheel that crowns the Shree Mandir's spire and symbolises the eternal turning of dharma. The antique finish, achieved through careful oxidation of the silver surface, draws every incised line into sharp relief, giving the pendant a warmth and depth that polished metal cannot offer. At one inch in height and one inch in width (approximately 2.5 cm by 2.5 cm), and weighing a precise seven grams, the piece sits as a considered medallion rather than a statement slab. This tradition of devotional silver work, sober and spiritually exact, finds its deepest roots in the temple-jewellery ateliers of Odisha and the eastern craft corridors of Bengal. Worn on a fine silver chain against a cream or ivory Banarasi blouse, this pendant reads as a quiet act of faith. For everyday devotion, it pairs equally well with a simple cotton kurta and a slender silver chain, carrying the sacred into the ordinary with grace. The pendant is offered in a single free size, its bail dimensioned for most standard chain thicknesses. The oxidised antique finish is resilient with gentle care, making this a piece suited to daily wear rather than the occasion-only jewellery box.

Details

  • Material: sterling silver
  • Dimensions: 1 Inches Height X 1 Inches Width
  • Weight: 7.0 g
  • SKU: JA1696
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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.
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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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