The Kolhapuri Saaj is a long, intricate gold necklace native to Kolhapur, Maharashtra. It’s known for its 16 distinctive pendants (known as mani or
javale), each holding spiritual, cultural, or natural symbolism. It’s a necklace that doesn’t just decorate, it tells a story.
Origins:
•The Kolhapuri Saaj originated in the royal courts of Kolhapur, possibly during the Shilahara or Maratha reigns.
•It was influenced by temple jewelry, local folk traditions, and the devotional jewelry of rural Maharashtra.
•Traditionally handmade by skilled goldsmiths of Kolhapur, it was known for filigree work and detailing.
Dimensions: 7 inches (W)
Weight: 37 gms
Origins:
•The Kolhapuri Saaj originated in the royal courts of Kolhapur, possibly during the Shilahara or Maratha reigns.
•It was influenced by temple jewelry, local folk traditions, and the devotional jewelry of rural Maharashtra.
•Traditionally handmade by skilled goldsmiths of Kolhapur, it was known for filigree work and detailing.
Dimensions: 7 inches (W)
Weight: 37 gms