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Mridangam Motif Sterling Silver Pendant

Rs. 6,180.00 incl. of GST

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Item code LDD191

Metal / Material Sterling Silver

Weight 6.0 g

Dimensions 1.7 inch Height X 1.5 inch 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

The mridangam does not merely accompany the recital; it holds the pulse of an entire classical tradition. Rendered in sterling silver, this pendant translates the barrel-shaped form of South India's most revered percussion instrument into wearable sculpture. The silhouette is precise and unhurried, measuring approximately 1.7 inches in height and 1.5 inches in width (roughly 4.3 cm by 3.8 cm), with every curve of the drum body faithfully observed. At 6 grams, the piece carries just enough presence to feel considered without becoming heavy. The silver itself is worked to a smooth, polished finish that catches light cleanly, allowing the form to speak without ornamental distraction. This kind of motif belongs to a longstanding tradition of devotional and classical iconography in South Indian silversmithing, where the instruments of the Carnatic stage have always been subjects worthy of the craftsman's full attention. Wear this pendant on a slender silver chain against a Kanjivaram silk for a Carnatic concert or a classical dance recital, where it will read as quiet connoisseurship rather than costume. For everyday use, it sits beautifully against a fine cotton kurta, pairing equally well with collarbone-length chains in silver or oxidised metal. At free size, the pendant suits any chain width a wearer already owns. The polished sterling finish is durable for daily wear and responsive to a gentle silver-polishing cloth when brightness needs restoring over time.

Details

Material: Sterling Silver
Dimensions: 1.7 inch Height X 1.5 inch Width
Weight: 6.0 g
SKU: LDD191

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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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