Pearls & Precious Stones in Indian stories

India’s Deccan plateau, that was formed out of a volcanic eruption millions of years ago, was the first place on earth where diamonds were mined.

In India, these precious stones were believed to possess miraculous powers. Flawless gems, it was thought, brought good fortune to the owner in the form of long life, good health and prosperity. Whereas, flawed gems brought the opposite effects.

Power and purity of these precious stones, thus become the most common motifs in our stories.

Watch the video to listen to interesting and intriguing stories about pearls and precious stones!

Gems & Jewellery in Indian Mythology

India, since ancient times, has been a gold-crazy country. For all the spices, silks and muslin it traded with the Roman empire, India received its payment in gold.

At a point in time, so much of gold was flowing out of the Roman empire for settling balance of payments with India that, a Roman senator feared that his empire would go bankrupt!

With so much love for gold, it is hardly surprising that jewellery had an important role to play in our stories.

Watch the video to find out how gold and jewellery have been used with great imagination and creativity in out stories!