Meenakari Jewelry is another specialty of the states’ artisans. Precious and semiprecious gems are embellished into gold or silver jewelry and the meal itself is enameled with bright colors. Introduced to the state’s jewelers by Raja Mansingh of Amer, this style of jewelry crafting was originally discovered by the skilled workmen of Lahore. Honed to perfection by the jewelry makers of the state, Meenakari jewelry now bears the unmistakable stamp of Rajasthani expertise. Jaipur is the hub of this skill and the city is famous for the intricate and bright masterpieces produced here. Other places famous for enameled jewelry in Rajasthan are Alwar, Pratapgarh and Nathdwara. The cloisonné style of metalwork is practiced by the skilled workmen of Jaipur.
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Arts & Crafts