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Jewellery in India, much like costume, is the manifestation of a refined design sensibility and skill, evolved by a civilization over the millennia. The vast and diverse range that exists today is an indication of the creativity and aesthetic consciousness of the Indian craftsperson, as also the inherent desire for personal adornment.
Unlike the western notion of jewellery, a piece of Indian jewellery is never simple decorative. There is invariably a symbolic value attached - the desire to also enhance the human spirit. Popular magic, theological or metaphysical beliefs are expressed through the metaphor of jewellery. The shape especially symbolizes esoteric life concepts and is often believed to exude growth and energy. For instance, geometric shapes like the circle represent the heavenly bodies like the sun and the moon, which, in turn, represent the heavenly motions in the Cosmos. The use of plant and animal forms express the power of nature. Hence, a seed represents the propensity for potential growth, while fertility is symbolized by animal representations such as the fish.
Consequently jewellery forms a part of the ongoing circle of life.

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