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Polki and Red Stone Pearl Drop Brass Maang Tikka

in the polki tradition,

Rs. 4,995.00 incl. of GST

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Item code JA1022

Metal / Material Brass

Weight 17.0 g

Dimensions 5.2" Length x 1" 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 maang tikkas that sit on the forehead, and then there are ones that command it. This piece draws from the Rajasthani Polki tradition, where uncut, foil-backed stones are set flush into a metal frame to catch light at every angle. Here, a deep red centre stone anchors the composition, surrounded by Polki-set elements that shimmer with the characteristic flat brilliance of the form. A pearl drop descends from the base, the way old Jaipur pieces always ended: with something soft to offset the stone's intensity. The frame is crafted in brass, finished to suggest the warmth of aged gold, and the setting follows the close, hand-fitted aesthetic of Jadau-adjacent work from the Rajputana belt. The piece measures approximately 5.2 inches (13.2 cm) in length and 1 inch (2.5 cm) in width, and weighs 17 grams, substantial enough to feel significant without pulling at the parting. Wear it with a deep burgundy or ivory silk lehenga for a wedding ceremony, where the red centre stone reads as intentional rather than incidental. It pairs equally well with a handwoven Banarasi saree in muted gold, allowing the Polki to do all the speaking. The tikka is free size, with an adjustable chain that suits most partings comfortably. The brass base holds its finish well against light wear, making this a piece that moves gracefully between festive occasions without requiring elaborate care.

Details

Material: Brass
Dimensions: 5.2" Length x 1" Width
Weight: 17.0 g
SKU: JA1022

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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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