75 + Popular Gold Necklace Designs from Our Collection
Gold and jewellery made out of this most precious yellow metal has always been the un-ending fascination for all those who love even a piece of glitter, something shining to be worn in their body. So, can we think about those golden necklaces which have always had a special place in the world of jewellery? Gold necklace design has not only complemented the beauty of the outfits, but it has also been the symbol of great elegance and status. Gold necklaces are the most ideal jewellery that can be worn even for a casual day or even for an extravagant occasion to give you that much needed sophistication to your looks. Going ahead, let's explore the diversity of around 75 popular gold necklace designs that you can find in our collection that can reflect a definite craftsmanship and style to make it easier for the jewellery lover in you to find the perfect piece that would ideally suit your personality and the occasion.
1. Traditional Mullamottu Design
The necklace which has all the goodness of a traditionally crafted in the jasmine-bud or Mullamottu design to match your special event looks.
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2. Timeless Grace Gold Necklace
If that’s grace that you are looking ahead from something that you wear, make it a timeless experience with this graceful necklace in gold to top your looks.
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3. Goddess Glow Designer Gold Necklace
There is indeed a tradition and bhakthi that you would get from wearing this goddess embedded necklace that can give you a heavy feel just with that pendant itself.
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4. Blooming Elegance Gold Necklace
A necklace that has a bloom in it , to give you that fresh, natural design that you have been always in search of. This is got that defined elegance with a lot of modernity to suit the best of your looks for any occasion.
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5. Cherished Heart Pattern Gold Necklace
This can be a jewellery that you have always looked out for. A piece of heart crafted with perfection to match the most ideal thoughts for any occasion.
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6. Opulent Mehndi Gold Bracelet
Absolute variety of design is the logic behind the design of this opulent necklace that speaks the vibrant design culture of mehandi to carefully match that extraordinary look that you desire.
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7. Refined Charm Gold Necklace
The charm that a necklace creates is just more than that unmatchable thoughts that you can have. A masterpiece in gold is presented here to match your timely fashion thoughts.
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8. Fashionable Essence Gold Chain
Leave your thoughts for traditional chain stories with this fashionable long chain perfectly handling the essence of tradition with a lot of modernity that you can couple with all that you wear.
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9. Timeless Blossom Nagapadam Gold Necklace
Nagapadam of the Snake Scale headed design has been Kerala’s own contribution to the broad world of Jewellery. This beautiful Nagapadam, aesthetically arranged in the pattern of blossoms has a long chain to it to match that royal greenish attire thoughts in you.
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10. Vintage Charm Gold Necklace
If there is vintage thought in you that needs the charm that you desire, here’s the right one that you can go ahead with. A perfect necklace that can essentially be a perfect one to match each and every style concept of yours.
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11. Stone Flourish Gold Necklace
Stones and gold have always been together since the thought of necklace was crafted before ages.Here you can flourish your embedded thoughts about stoned timeless crafts that can manage your style thoughts with perfection.
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12. Classic Bloom Gold Necklace
Necklaces have always been style factors that can cover your ultimate thoughts of wearing the perfect folks of gold around your neck. Here’s exactly what we’ve just told, the ones that can give you a class of blooms in design to match your style everywhere.
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13. Elegance Pattern Traditional Necklace
Golden necklaces have essentially been the most elegant jewellery that has a story of tradition to always boast about. Each design would have a great tradition to speak about that can perfectly fall into your aesthetic fashion culture, something that has been much appreciated.
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14. Artistry Twist Gold Necklace
There is always an artistic curation behind a necklace in gold. This is exactly what this idealistic jewellery has to say. With looks that can be extremely modern, this fine crafted thought in gold can boost your aesthetics to higher standards.
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15. Artful Glow Enamel Pattern Golden Necklace
Gold has always been the most perfectly blendable metal be it stones, enamel or much more. Here the design fused with some classic designs of enamel has a story of great glow to speak aloud. Try and match this with all that’s fashion for you.
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16. Radiant Stone Fusion Gold Necklace
Radiance is what you expect from a beautiful fusion of gold with the right kind of stone that you can blend with this wonderful material. This is definitely the best fusion that you can go ahead to bring the best of its kind of necklaces to glam your outfits for any crazy occasion.
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17. Glam Gold Necklace
Glam up yourself with this. That’s the simple logic behind this beautiful creation in gold with some intrinsic patterns that can be the one of its kind to match your logic to wear the best outfit for the much needed celebration that is just out there.
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18. Enamelled Pearl Gold Necklace
If pearl is definitely the most desired treasure for a great mass, think about blending that with those curated thoughts in enamel, gold which can unveil something the most ideal that you can desire.
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19. Enamel Fusion Gold Necklace
Fusion is always talked loud. That's the same here to blend the finesse of enamel with golden thoughts to bring out a product worth talking about. This is sure to elevate your jewellery thoughts to pricefully match the fashion instincts in you.
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20. Sleek Stone Pattern Gold Necklace
Sleekness is always a choice which you can add in to effortlessly tone your necklace thoughts to perfection. Definitely worth a pick up for fashion enthusiasts who would like an add on stone to match their stylish thoughts effortlessly.
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21. Pearl & Gemstone Motif Necklace
Here pearl can really speak loud about its blending with some rare gemstones to create that much desired magic in necklaces. A better match for your elevated thoughts about having something heavy and neat.
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22. Scarlet Bloom Choker Gold Necklace
There is an inherent smile in this necklace which can bloom bigger to match those stylish thoughts of yours. Try and match this with whatever that can make you feel elevated to richly match your stylish needs.
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23. Traditional Motif Ruby Layered Golden Necklace
Ruby is another precious stone that has a finest blend with yellow gold for generations. Here’s one such design that can bring in the much needed aesthetic thought exclusively curated for your priceless fashion moments.
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24. Layered Ruby Charm Gold Necklace
Another charm in that much desired blend of gold with ruby perfectly layered to match your fashion trends. That’s what this necklace can ideally do to elevate your futuristic thoughts in jewellery to make it the best part of any fashion ideology.
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25. Trendy Twine Gold Necklace
Anything that’s double means, it's double happiness. Get this beautifully designed piece of fine jewellery that’s twine,trendy and definitely beautiful to match your anytime fashion needs.
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26. Glided Glam Motif Gold Necklace
If glamour is the key behind every necklace that you wear, you get that perfect at this product that you would have always desired. Perfectly designed with the higher fashion instincts in place, this necklace is just the right add on for your glam thoughts.
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27. Lakshmi Luxe Layered Gold Necklace
There is an element of devotion when you wear this piece of gold, proudly in your necklace. Strings of gold, woven to match various styles that bring in the most ideal fashion thoughts, that’s what this layered golden necklace is all about.
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28. Classic Nagapadam Charm Golden Necklace
Nagapadam has been the best tradition which Kerala has contributed to the big world of jewellery. If you are in a journey of desire to go for the most classic thought with that much needed charm for gold, pick this as your priceless choice.
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29. Statement Shine Gold Necklace
Golden necklaces are always the best statement of jewellery that you can always go ahead to keep your shiny thoughts intact. Crafted with the most accepted aesthetic values of modernity and classicism.
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30. Contemporary Charm Golden Necklace
Fuse those absolute values of modernity to make those latest designs in gold that would come out with the most contemporary ideologies of necklace, that can add a modern charm to your jewellery thoughts.
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31. Golden Mango Motif Golden Necklace
Motivation is the key behind every element of design and here the thought is to bring the raw aesthetics of nature through this classic mango design, that's super crafted to elevate your beauty thoughts.
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32. Two-Tone Flora Gold Necklace
Another classic design that has been meticulously crafted to bring that much desired twin tone effect to finely blend any genre of fashion needs. That’s this ideal necklace that can elevate your thoughts for beauty.
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33. Ornate Floral Elegance Golden Necklace
A necklace in gold with the richness of traditional values too finely crafted to result in the most charming product that one can desire. A timeless ornament to perfectly suit your all round fashion needs.
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34. Colourful Cascade Choker Motif Necklace.
Ornament your fashion thoughts with realistic and colourful chokers that can bring that glamourous addition to your fashion requirements.
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35. Leafy Elegance Gold Necklace
Bring in some nature to your golden necklace thoughts with this aesthetically designed masterpiece in jewellery. Ideal to be blended with your most ideal thoughts in both contemporary and classic outfits, to get that much desired change in every function that you represent.
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36. Floral Charm Choker Motif Golden Necklace
A choker is a definite statement in gold, that can bring in the beauty of tradition with a motivation of floral designs to craft one of the finest jewellery.
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37. Gilded Petals Designer Golden Necklace
A necklace that can speak a thousand words, that’s ideally what this gilded petals design necklace is all about. Crafted to blend your rich thoughts of design aesthetics, pair this fine crafted jewellery with your anytime fashion.
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38. Floral Radiance Gold Necklace
Radiate your fashion thoughts with this aesthetically designed fine masterpiece in Gold to create one of the most beautifully crafted necklace designs.
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39. Blooming Layers Gold Necklace
This timeless jewellery craft can bring in the beauty of layered designs purely crafted to amplify your rich looks for both classy and contemporary thoughts.
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40. Tradition Redefined Gold Necklace
One can really define her tradition with this beautifully crafted piece of golden necklace to speak aloud the statement of fashion that would make benchmarks of beauty.
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41. Nagas Lakshmi Choker
This choker is one of the finest masterpieces where your necklace thoughts can score to its maximum. Designed in the special aesthetic values of temple tradition. Add this as your best thought to your collection to bring in difference.
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42. Glimmer Knot Gold Necklace
Just break your necklace thoughts with this knotted, beaded necklace in gold that brings the most defined contemporary thoughts to your fashion statement.
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43. Trendy Versa Gold Necklace
Stylise your fashion thoughts with the most idealistic design culture in necklace with some exquisite designs here. This can elevate your contemporary and classic style factor.
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44. Gleam Blind Stylish Gold Necklace
This stylish design blends the essence of modernity with the post-modern essence of life to create some masterpiece designs that very well blend modernity with absolute classism.
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45. Chic Layered Gold Necklace
Get that chic look, you’ve always desired, compliment your necklace ideas with some perfectly layered thoughts in gold to match your style with either modern or classic.
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46. Traditional Nagapadam Necklace
Traditionality gets a most ideal thought through this traditional nagapadam, a design which you can proudly wear with the thought of carrying the most beautiful jewellery with you.
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47. Essential Traditional Palakka Manga Necklace
A Palakka necklace design crafted with the rich classic thoughts can give you the most traditional thoughts that can amplify your fashion thoughts.
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48. Traditional Green Palakka Manga Necklace
Green has that element of luck, fortune and overall goodness which has been beautifully blended in this most traditional necklace to give the most classy look that you desired.
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49. Classic Pattern Traditional Palakka Necklace
If classism is your element for life. Get that added to your style with this necklace in the most idealistic way. Pair it for your most desired occasion to bring in that traditional look in you.
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50. Elegant Traditional Palakka Necklace
Traditionality can bring in thoughts that can enlighten memories of elegance to all that you wear. This thought is beautifully infused at this necklace to give you the most aspired look that you always wanted.
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51. Timeless Nagapadam Necklace
There are very few things in your life that would stay timeless and a nagapadam necklace can be one among them. A priceless possession that can enhance your stylish thoughts around life.
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52. Classic Pattern Traditional Palakka Necklace
Another masterpiece of traditionality blended with the fine craftsmanship in creating priceless jewellery creations.That’s ideally what a palakka necklace is all about.
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53. Enchanting Light Weight Gold Necklace
There are many who would not love their jewellery to stand on the heaviest side of what they wear. This is just for such people who are crazy about being light and simple.
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54. Reversible Traditional Palakka Necklace
Just don't be happy with a Palakka necklace which is always the same style with colors, designs and looks. This is definitely an add on that you would get, something extra with another side, with looks to enhance your style.
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55. Timeless Two Sided Nagapadam Gold Necklace
Nagapadam Golden Necklace gets an elevated look with this double sided presentation which can be used for multiple occasions and to present yourself in the most ideal way.
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56. Charming Traditional Lakshmi Necklace
Bring in that traditionality and heaviness if you have wished the same. Let the coin converted lakshmi in gold bring some great fortune to multiple faces of life.
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57. Timeless Traditional Gold Necklace
This traditional necklace becomes a timeless marvel and it can very well communicate the essence of value addition in creating the finest jewellery to give that much desired look to suit any moment of life.
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58. Heritage Elegance Three Layered Necklace
It's a bit more than you desire, giving you that heritage that you wanted with a three layered marvel that can give you that most elevated looks that you always desired.
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59. Radiant Glittering Coloured Gold Necklace
Glitter at every occasion with this specially crafted golden necklace that can speak a thousand words to match your multiple genre events and looks.
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60. Glittering Coloured Gold Necklace
Another glittering piece of art to compliment your looks at different phases of life, vivid occasions and instances.
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61. Admired Statement Trendy Gold Necklace
Match your trendy golden thoughts with this statement jewellery design that can perfectly enhance your looks at multiple occasions.
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62. Harmonious Trendy Gold Necklace
Feel the simplicity of being harmonious with stacks of gold arranged to create one of those most beautiful expressions of art.
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63. Refined Grace Wedding Gold Necklace
Weddings are not just for someone who gets wed, it’s an all-round occasion to stylise, elevate and celebrate. Do that with this exquisite piece of jewellery.
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64. Traditional Mullamottu Pink Stone Long Gold Necklace
Think about having a much more traditional thought with a Mullamottu necklace in gold with a pink stone adorned on top of it to express your traditionality in the most explicit way.
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65. Stunning Traditional Lakshmi Kasu Long Necklace
A long necklace, too crafted with golden coins or Kasu to create the most marvelous expressions of traditionality to greatly elevate your special moments.
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66. Charming Traditional Lakshmi Necklace
Get blessed with goddess Lekshmi on your traditional necklace that can bring in goodness or fortune and abundance. This is the best thought which can elevate your instances of traditionality in abundance.
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67. Artistic Floral Pattern Gold Necklace
An artistic approach in every way, that’s this necklace created in the rich designs of nature to present the most ideal craft to suit your special occasions in the most special way.
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68. Auspicious Traditional Golden Necklace
Explore the countless displays of tradition with that much needed auspicious thoughts which you always wanted to add in your life. If that’s what you always desired. Seize this wonderful opportunity.
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69. Marvellous Traditional Gold Necklace
A necklace in gold that you would have dreamed a lot. That’s the inspiration that you would get from this necklace, which has that add on marvel to perfectly match your traditional thoughts to perfection.
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70. Blooming Stone Studded Gold Necklace
This will definitely give you an added attraction, if you really desire it. A Stone studded necklace, that can elevate your festive, party and celebration spirits.
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71. Trendy Pattern Lakshmi Gold Necklace
Your auspicious Lakshmi has just gone trendy here. Crafted with the most latest expressions in gold, this necklace would suit vivid interests of proudly wearing your gold in the most ideal way.
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72. Trendy Floral Gold Necklace
Wear the goodness of nature, giving you the most ideal feel of floral decors around your neck. That’s what you get from this proud expression of ornament perfectly curated to match your mind.
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73. Traditional Antique Necklace
Traditions are your roots. If that’s what you feel, then enroute your mind around this antique design perfectly crafted in this modern world to get that much needed connection with perfection.
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74. Ethereal Stunning Gold Necklace
This is extremely light, that can be the feel if you touch this, wear this or even gaze over it. A necklace that can give you the most ideal stunning to elevate that much needed looks.
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75. Traditional Manga Palakka Kasu Necklace
This is a blend of three goodness to get that enriched feeling. Kasu with greenish manga design with a Palakka and a beautiful pendant to score its design . This would lead your thoughts for that much aspired traditional looks in every other way.
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From these 75 designs, choose the one that can convey your style desires to boldly display some elevated elegance that’s crafted with perfection. Pick them from our nearest store to experience the most enhanced shopping experience for your gold necklace design exclusively from Jos Alukkas!
December 18, 2024
Kerala’s Dazzling Heritage: A Deep Dive into Traditional Kerala Jewellery Designs
Kerala, often called God’s own country, is not just renowned for natural beauty but also its cultural heritage. And nothing best reflects the rich heritage of Kerala than gold jewellery. These traditional relics often feature religious figurines, intricate detailing, and alluring motifs that make them extra special. Let’s take a deep dive into why Keralities endearingly cherish Traditional Kerala jewellery designs, each with its own unique story to tell.
Pulinakha Necklace
Pulinakha translates to the nail of a tiger in Malayalam. The pulinakha necklace features a set of tiger's nails stacked together. This jewellery piece has its roots in ancient Kerala traditions. It holds many spiritual connotations, like power and protection. Pulinakha necklace goes extremely well with traditional Kerala sarees and other traditional outfits. Malayali women sport them for auspicious occasions and festivals. They are believed to lend the wearer protection and valour. Looking to take a bride by surprise on her big day, symbolising her transition to a new phase of her life? Then shop Kerala jewellery from none other than Jos Alukkas.
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Mullamottu Necklace
Mulla is nothing but jasmine flowers. Kerala weddings are incomplete without jasmine flowers. The Mullamottu necklace is a staple of Kerala bridal jewellery featuring intricate jasmine buds stacked together, representing beauty and grace. Available in short and long chains, the mullamottu necklace reflects purity and devotion. A mullamottu necklace is one of the iconic heirloom jewellery pieces that can be passed down to generations. Another variation of the mullamottu necklace is the pichimottu necklace, featuring pichi flowers.
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Palakka Necklace
Palakka means the seed of the Pala tree. The true charm of a palakka necklace lies in the green stones that the necklace is embedded with. This traditional Gold Jewellery piece is celebrated for its allure and cultural symbolism. They also feature emerald stones in between. Keralites regard palakka leaves with prosperity and abundance. Palakka necklaces can be treasured heirlooms and as cherished accessories that can turn heads.
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Lekshmi Manga Necklace
The traditional lekshmi manga necklace has the best of both worlds: the religious motif and the silhouette of mango. This jewellery piece comes with mango-shaped pendants arranged together, with a statement locket in the middle. They often feature gemstones, elevating their charm. Mango carries deep meaning, including love, fertility, prosperity, and wealth. A lekshmi manga necklace is one of the iconic heirloom jewellery pieces that can be passed down to generations. Shop Kerala traditional jewellery online that your heart desires at Jos Alukkas!
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Elakkathali
Elakkathali, as the name suggests, is an enchanting collar necklace that matches every movement and sparkles with every move. Elakkathali is a classic Kerala jewellery design that sits above other necklaces and is crafted out of intricate gold strands. Elakkathali has been an intricate part of the Christian jewellery ensemble of brides. It’s a go-to jewellery for Mohiniyattam dancers in Kerala too.
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Lakshmi Kasu Necklace
The traditional lakshmi kasu necklace is all about Lekshmi Devi, the deity of wealth, embossed in dainty coins. Crafted out of gold, the traditional lakshmi kasu necklace is crafted out of gold, making it a classic ornament. They are said to attract wealth and prosperity, as symbolised by Goddess Lakshmi. They are often gifted to brides, showering blessings for a happy married life. Lekshmi is embedded in the coin to invoke blessings on the newly married couple.
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Nagapadam Necklace
The worship of snakes is deeply rooted in the heritage of Kerala. As the name denotes, a nagapadam is nothing but the hood of a snake. The motifs stacked in a nagapadam necklace are similar to a snake hood and are crafted of coloured glasses or gemstones. Rubies and emeralds are often spotted in a nagapdam necklace. They are believed to lend protection and strength to the wearer. It also fits well with festive outfits, said to avert evil energies and bring good fortune. Nagapadam necklace closely resembles Palakka Mala in terms of its motif designs. The Nagapadam necklace makes snakes a thing to be treasured, not feared. Shop Kerala traditional jewellery set from the best ever collection featured in Jos Alukkas Online!
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Poothali Gold Necklace
Poothali translates to poo (flower) and thali (pendant). This classic accessory features floral designs, reflecting the affinity to nature. They exude elegance, making it a go-to jewellery piece for Malayali brides. Poothali mala features rectangular gold shapes that showcase intricate flowers and leaves. Malayali women often sport them for a variety of occasions, starting from weddings and religious occasions to celebrations. The design of poothali is inspired by the flower garlands sported by Malayali women. Are you enchanted by our gold jewellery collection that’s classic and elegant? Go ahead and shop now!
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Gold Jhumka
A gold jhumka is a staple in Kerala bridal jewellery range. They are characterised by a bell shape that bears resemblance to an open umbrella. Normally featuring meaningful motifs, beads, and intricate designs, jhumkas are adorned by both brides and non-brides across India. They are available in a variety of designs, budgets, and sizes, catering to every woman. No matter the size of the jhumka, be it small, large, or in between, our gold jhumkas are renowned for their versatility and charm.
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Lekshmi Bangle
Lekshmi Bangle is a bangle characterised by lekshmi motif, often embedded with intricate designs. Women adorn themselves with lekshmi bangles for a variety of occasions, from weddings to festivals and religious ceremonies. Goddess Lekshmi herself is a harbinger of prosperity and good fortune. If you’re looking to gift Kerala jewellery to someone special, it’s one of the best gifts to consider. When it comes to Lekshmi bangles, you’re spoilt for choices here at Jos Alukkas! Come, check out our bangle range!
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Palakka Bangle
The palakka bangle is characterised by a palakka motif and is one of the beloved gold jewellery pieces by Keralites. The leaves are normally crafted out of green and red stones or enamel. The simplicity of these bangles is what draws women towards buying them. The Palakka bangle pairs well with our Palakka necklace and Palakka earrings. If you’re seeking a palakka bangle to adorn yourself with, then look no further than Jos Alukkas!
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Gold Manga Palakka Earrings
Gold manga palakka earrings embody the charm of palakka leaves and mangoes, a combination that results in unique and catchy accessories. Crafted out of gold, it's common to find women sporting gold manga palakka earrings for special occasions. These earrings reflect the rich agricultural heritage that Kerala possesses and are a sign of prosperity and fertility.
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Traditional Kasu Gold Earrings
A traditional Kasu gold earrings stand out with its kasu coin, embedded with goddess Lekshmi, the goddess of wealth and prosperity. Crafted out of gold, a traditional Kasu are often gifted to brides, sending them blessings for a prosperous and happy married life. gold earrings can be sported on different occasions and can be gifted to your loved one. They are often gifted to brides, sending them blessings for a prosperous and happy married life.
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Traditional Green Nagapadam earrings
The traditional green nagapadam necklace pairs very well with the traditional green nagapadam earrings and is inspired by the shape of the snake hood. Some stones are embedded in the earrings to complement the green stones. The nagapadam earrings are unique on their own and are said to bring good fortune and protection to the wearer. If you’re seeking gold jewellery on a budget, then our traditional green nagapadam earrings are the best choice for you.
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Thalikootam Necklace
Yet another necklace sported by Kerala brides is a thalikootam necklace. A set of thalis are strung on a chain; it's a sacred necklace worn by women. A symbol of marital status and commitment, the thalikootam necklace. The best part about a thalikootam necklace is that it can be worn as a statement piece or mixed and matched with other necklaces. What makes the thalikootam necklace a treasured accessory is its unmatched craftsmanship and attention to detail.
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Traditional Nagapadam Pendant
The Traditional Nagapadam Pendant is a timeless symbol of heritage and grace, featuring serpent hood motifs that signify protection and prosperity. Crafted with intricate detail, it embodies South Indian tradition and is often adorned with vibrant stones for a striking, elegant finish.
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Embrace the Elegance of Jos Alukkas Kerala Jewellery Design
The classic Kerala jewellery is not just an adornment piece but reflects the rich cultural heritage. From the standout design of the Pulinakha necklace to the unmatched charm of the thalikootam necklace, the Kerala jewelry set prevails to be a source of pride for Keralites. Sported as daily wear, festive wear, or office wear, these classic jewellery pieces continue to stay as eternal treasures that transcend generations. Wearing traditional Kerala jewellery is not just about style but about paying a tribute to the heritage and identity of Kerala.
November 9, 2024
10 Easy Ways to Know if Your Gold Jewellery Is Real!
Gold jewellery is not simply an accessory — it is a representation of beauty, tradition and even wealth. But how can you determine if the gold you own is real or fake? To safeguard your investment and appreciate its true value, we need do verify it's authenticity. For that you don’t always require professional testing — there are many simple methods to check your gold's authenticity at home.
Check Hallmarks on Jewellery
The quickest way to tell if your gold is real is to look for hallmarks, these marks indicate the purity of the gold and often located on the inner bands of rings, clasps of chains, or back of pendants.
Hallmark purity is expressed in karats (K) or millesimal fineness.
24K - 99.9% Pure gold
22K - 91.6% gold
18K - 75% gold
14K - 58.3% gold
10K - 41.7% gold
If your jewellery lacks a hallmark, then it may not be real gold. Some older pieces may not have these marks. So additional tests can assist in authenticity confirmation.
Check Letter Markings on Jewellery
Other than hallmarks, pay attention to letter markings that suggest if your jewellery is pure gold, or just gold-plated.
Common markings of letters are:
GP (Gold Plated) - Very thin layer electroplated on metal
GF (Gold Filled) - A heavier coating, but not solid.
GE (Gold Electroplated) - Electrolytic application of gold plating.
RGP (Rolled Gold Plate) - A gold-filled process where there is less gold.
HGP (Heavy Gold Plated) - A heavy coat of gold plating.
If you observe these markings, then your jewellery is gold plated.
Water Test
Gold is a heavy metal and will sink in water. To perform this test: Fill a bowl with water. Carefully drop your jewellery into the water. Observe its movement:
Actual gold will sink right away because it’s heavy.
Fake gold or gold-plated items might only float or sink slowly.
But this test is not infallible, as some counterfeit pieces can also sink because of their weight. So it should be used in conjunction with other methods.
Magnet Test
We know that pure gold is not magnetic, so if your jewellery is attracted to a magnet, it most likely contains other metals. Use a strong magnet (e.g.neodymium magnet) and hold it near your jewellery. If your jewellery sticks to the magnet, it’s probably fake. However, since some fake jewellery is made with non-magnetic metals, we can't completely rely on magnetic tests to confirm the purity of gold.
Skin Test
Have you ever noticed your skin turning green or black when you wear certain jewellery? Gold is nonreactive, so it doesn't cause any skin irritation. To test: Wear your gold jewellery for a few hours. Check for any discoloration on your skin: Real gold does not leave any markings.
Imitation gold may leave green, blue or black marks due to oxidation of other metals like copper or nickel. This test is most effective for lower karat gold (10K–14K) because higher karat gold rarely causes skin reactions.
Make-up Test
Apply a layer of liquid foundation on your skin and let it dry. Rub your gold jewellery against the dried makeup. If a black mark appears, your gold is likely genuine! No mark? It could be fake or gold-plated. This happens because real gold reacts slightly with certain cosmetics, creating a black mark.
Vinegar Test
Another household item that can help determine the authenticity of gold is vinegar. Place your gold jewellery in a small bowl. Now add a few drops of white vinegar. Observe the reaction: Real gold will never tarnish!
And fake gold may turn green, black or some other color due to corrosion.
Gold does not corrode, so it remains unchanged in vinegar.
Nitric Acid Test (Note: Handle with Care)
Gold does not react with Nitric Acid. If you have access to nitric acid, follow these steps:
Safety first, Always wear gloves and safety glasses to protect yourself.
Step 1: Place the gold jewellery on a flat stainless steel surface.
Step 2:Then add a very small amount of nitric acid to the jewellery.
Check the reaction:
No reaction? It’s likely real gold.
Green or milky reaction? The gold is fake.
Warning: Nitric acid is highly corrosive and dangerous. So this test requires strict safety precautions. It should be performed by professionals and not for home use.
Ceramic Test
One quick way to test the authenticity of your gold, is with an unglazed ceramic tile.
Choose an unglazed ceramic tile (white with a flat surface).
Gently rub your jewellery against the tile.
A genuine gold piece will show a gold streak, and counterfeit gold will show a black or gray streak.
Caution: Rubbing too hard may scratch your jewellery!
Weight and Size Test
Gold is naturally dense and heavy, so real gold jewellery should feel more substantial than imitations of the same size. Use a known real gold piece for reference. Then, grab both items in hands and compare their weights and sizes. If your jewellery feels too light, it’s likely not pure gold.
Final Thoughts:
While these tests provide valuable information, they’re not foolproof. Some high-end fakes can even pass simple home tests. For absolute certainty, consult a professional jeweler for:
X-ray fluorescence (XRF) testing
Electronic gold testers
Fire assay (most accurate method)
By combining multiple tests, you can confidently determine whether your gold is real or fake.
Gold is timeless, a true investment that lasts forever. Now, with these simple tests, you can wear your gold with confidence knowing its authenticity!
February 22, 2025
10 Tips For Buying Gold Coins The Smart Way
Gold coins are regarded as symbols of wealth and prosperity. These precious metal coins are considered one of the best assets to invest in, as it's a good way to save money and can act as an heirloom and effortless buying and selling. If you’re looking for a unique gift other than jewellery to blow the mind of your loved one, then there’s no better option than gold coins. They can add to the sparkle of many fiestas and wedding celebrations. After gold jewellery, there are many ways to wisely invest in gold, including gold coins. They are available in different sizes, from 1 gram to 50 grams.
However, buying gold coins should not be done hastily. It should be done after careful consideration of every aspect of buying gold coins. They are as follows:
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Purity Of Gold Coin
Prior to making a leap, be sure to understand the gold coin purity. Karat and fineness are the different ways to calculate the purity of gold coins. Gold coins are available in different carats, from 22kt to 24kt. 24 kt are adored by investors as they are 99.99% pure. Whereas 22-karat gold coins contain 91.67% pure gold and have an alloy of other metals up to 8.33%. The alloys added enhance the durability of gold for crafting jewellery.
Fineness is the other way to calculate the purity of gold coins. It’s been said that although 99.99% gold comprises some dirt that even the jewellery maker can't get rid of. The higher the fineness of a gold coin, the more expensive it is. Although no one buys 24kt gold jewellery, you can invest in 24kt gold coins. Gold coins can be made of different carats of gold, ranging from gold coins 24k, 22k, and 18k. However, people looking to make an investment in gold coins usually go for 24kt or 22kt.
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Weight Of Gold Coin
Prior to shopping for your gold coins, it’s important to understand their proper weight. Jewellery makers craft gold coins worth up to 100 grams. However, people shop for gold coins below 10 grams. Even though you can pick gold coins of your choice in any weight or denomination, whether it's available or not depends on the jewellery. Jewellers also made gold coins 1 gram, 2g, 4g and 8g available.
Hallmark
While shopping for gold coins, purity must not be your only priority; see if your coins come with a hallmark or not. A hallmark on gold is a mark or stamp that indicates its quality and authenticity. It's usually certified by the Bureau of Indian Standards. The hallmark code in gold coins usually contains the following:
The BIS logo
The purity of gold coin
The identification mark of the jewellery
HUID number
Verifying the hallmark on gold coins lets you save time and effort otherwise trying to ascertain their purity.
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Making Charges
When compared to shopping for gold jewellery, shopping for gold coins is affordable and accessible. All the difference lies in making charges of gold. You can even buy gold coins in as low as just 0.5 grams with fewer making charges as opposed to jewellery with high making charges based on their craftsmanship. Wondering what the making charges of gold coins are? It’s 8-16%.
Proper Billing
Make sure you end your shopping by securing an in-detail bill from the jewellery you’re shopping from that outlines the gold coins price, making charges, weight, purity level, and the details of the coin, amongst others.
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Ease of Selling
Avoid shopping for gold coins from a bank, as they don’t take back the coins according to the instructions of the Reserve Bank of India. Therefore, it’s a good idea to shop for gold coins from certified jewellery stores or trustworthy online shops. Keep in mind that you will benefit from a low resale value if you shop from one jewellery store and sell your gold coins to another. The reason is that the 2nd jewellery store will charge you only for the gold.
Packaging
Just like ensuring the purity and hallmark of gold coins, it’s equally important to shop your gold coins in secure, hard-to-access packaging to ensure safety of your prized possessions. It will safeguard your gold coins from being stolen or any sort of damage or imitation. If you wish to resell your gold coins, avoid opening the tamperproof packaging. This is because packaging ensures the reliability and purity of the precious metal coins.
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Consider Storage and Safety
Considering the great price of gold, storing your gold coins right is important for their safety. However, rest assured that your coins are safe by either choosing home safes or bank lockers. A lot of Indians choose to store their valuables in tamper-proof safes. But, home safes come with a risk factor, because if you don’t implement security measures, it comes with a price!
Another option is the convenience of bank lockers. Safe deposit lockers are offered by banks, and they charge a fee every year. You can safely store your valuables in a bank locker. However, be mindful that you can’t always access them. Therefore, your choice of storage is vital for safeguarding your investment.
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Understand Tax Implications
The total gold coins rate includes certain taxes as well. They are GST and capital gains tax. When you buy gold, be mindful that you have to pay a 3% GST as well. Next is capital gains tax. Profits from the sale of gold coins are taxable as capital gains. Short-term capital gains are added to your total income and taxed in accordance with your applicable income tax bracket if you sell the gold within three years of buying it.
With the benefit of indexation, profits on holdings longer than three years are taxed at a flat rate of 20%. One of the most crucial things to think about when purchasing gold coins is your tax responsibilities.
Monitor Gold Coin Prices and Market Trends
Many factors influence the gold coins price, and they are global gold prices, exchange rates, local market conditions, inflation rates, and more. Therefore, prior to buying gold coins, be sure to watch the market and the trends in its prices. The prices shoot up during the festival times. It’s wise to shop for gold coins when the gold prices are down and when there is a decline in its demand. Do not make quick decisions in terms of buying, and think of gold coins as your tool to overcome any market volatility.
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Check the Product
When you buy a physical gold coin, you can literally see, view, and check them closely. A reliable jewellery will offer you the vital details so that you can understand the products they provide. Having said so, you need to be wary of the above-mentioned things if you’re buying something from a jewellery shop or if you go for gold coins buy online.
Human-made or Machine-made Coins
The growth of technology has a great impact on the jewellery industry as well. When compared to the human-made gold coins, the machine-made gold coins come with a low price tag, as the former option needs labour efforts and costs. That makes human-made coins more expensive.
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Shopping for gold coins can be an excellent idea if you’re looking to grow your investment portfolio. Gold coins are always considered to be a safe investment idea, considering the price stability and diversification, among others, when compared to other investment options. When compared to investing in gold jewellery, the benefits of gold coins investment are plenty, as outlined above.
With ease of monetisation, investment flexibility, and excellent return on investment, gold coins for investment offered by Jos Alukkas are one of the best means to safeguard your wealth and benefit from handsome returns. Therefore, if you’re looking to elevate your investment strategy, then there’s no better option than our gold coins. Make your smart investment move with Jos Alukkas!
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