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Begum necklace

Rs. 13,500.00

Inspired by the scale and grandeur of the Taj Mahal dome, the Begum necklace is true to her name - Queenly and majestic. It features the rare, exquisite Mughal poppy, crafted with incredibly fine pieces of fiery red-orange carnelian and green aventurine.

A symbol of elegance and strength, the double-flowered Mughal poppy is the pinnacle of floral design and detailing in Indian arts & architecture.

Also known as a feathered poppy or a fringed poppy, it is characterised by a multitude of fine, serrated and folded petals, tightly clustered in the head. The petals are rendered in fiery red and orange shades of Carnelian, placed alternately to highlight the layers in this beautiful flower.

For the finesse of craftsmanship required to create this complex flower in marble inlay, the poppy, or 'Posth ka phool' appears only on the headstone of Shah Jahan, at the Taj Mahal.

Our Begum necklace features an approximately a 1:40 miniature of the Taj Mahal poppy, as many times more difficult to create on this tiny 3 cm canvas. 

Inlaid on a white Makrana marble base. Encased in a 22 Carat gold micron-plated Mughal jali from behind.

  • Base - Makrana White Marble
  • Green - Malachite
  • Red & Orange - Carnelian
  • Encased In - 22 Carat Gold Plated Brass

Carnelian:
Colour - Red & Orange
No: of Inlaid pieces - 28
Of the many different types of gems used in the parchin kari of the Taj Mahal, the most significant in Mughal culture is the carnelian. Carnelian was a highly-valued semi-precious gemstone used in amulets, inscribed seals and marble inlay. The Prophet Muhammad is said to have worn a silver ring set with carnelian on the little finger of his right hand, using it as a seal. It was believed that any person who wore carnelian would have their desires fulfilled. The stone's fiery, red-orange color was also associated with power and imperial authority. Carnelian was sourced from Baghdad and Yemen in the Mughal era

Aventurine:
Colour - Green
No: of Inlaid pieces - 20
With its characteristic shimmer and a calming green colour, Aventurine was considered a powerful gemstone that aided emotional fulfilment and self-love, helping to bring harmony and balance to the heart. Green aventurine is particularly linked to nature and growth, evoking spring blooms and symbolizing regeneration and new beginnings.

  • Length - 5 cm
  • Breadth - 5.5 cm
  • Height - 0.5 cm
  • Weight - 44.93 g
  • Chain Length - 18 inch + 2 Inch Adjustable

Every product crafted at The Slow Studio goes through multiple hands and stringent quality checks. All our products are handcrafted in small batches to ensure minimum wastage. As a result, minor variations in sizing/ finish are not defects but rather add to the uniqueness of each product. The actual product colours, while closest to what you see on our website, may also vary because of visual quality and display settings from screen to screen.

  • Keep your jewellery clean and dry. Avoid contact with moisture and soap.
  • Perfumes/ Sprays/ Cosmetics should always be worn before putting the jewellery on.
  • Wipe your jewellery lightly with a soft, dry cloth after every use.
  • Store your jewellery in its packaging, in a clean, dry place when not in use.

Products are usually dispatched within 2-3 working days for orders within India.

For detailed terms, refer to our Shipping and Return Policy

  • Handcrafted in India
  • Ethically Made
  • Ready to Gift

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