Different Types Of Goan Traditional Jewellery For Arms

Goa is famous for Gold Jewellery so much so that it offers a wide range of traditional pieces of jewellery for almost every part of the body, especially for arms.

From a traditional bajubandh adorned with statement motifs to simple goth and tode, Goan jewellery styles for arms come in a remarkable variety, something that will leave you spoilt for choice.

Read all about the different types of Goan Traditional jewellery below!

 

Bajubandh:

Baju means arm; therefore, Bajubandh is an armlet that is worn on the upper arms by the women.

A traditional Goan bajubandh is made of Gold. It consists of floral and peacock motifs that are crafted with utmost precision by the local Artisans.

The best part is that this style is available in a wide range of variety. You can get anything from a minimal design adorned with fewer embellishments to detailed design adorned with chunky motifs and gemstones.

The best ones has an ornate design inspired by ancient Indian culture and folklores. Some of the famous Bajubandh designs include figures of Goan forest deities such as Kelbai, Bramhini mai, Vetal, Mahishasurmardini.

 

Goth:

These are one of the most worn styles of Goa traditional jewellery. A traditional Goth has a sleek design and is adorned with floral motifs.

You can buy a traditional Goth at any local Goa jewellery shop as well as online. The kind of variety available in this style of Goan jewellery will leave you spoilt for choice.

 

Tode:

Another classic style of Goa jewellery!

Tode are the chunky Gold bangles with an adjustable screw. These bangles are adorned by Goan women on a festive occasion, pooja or at a wedding.

The screw makes it really easy to wear and remove the bangle.

 

Pichodi:

Number 4 on our list is Pichodi. This is also a type of Goan bangle that is worn by the women in Goa.

A traditional Pichodi design consists of Pearls or Gold motifs that are arranged in the form of a crown.

The best thing about these bangles is that they are easily available and you can shop for them online as well as at any local Goa jewellery shop.

 

Piddukachi Kakna:

Another style of Goan bangles, these are the Gold bangles that are very lightweight; therefore can be worn for hours without getting uncomfortable.

The traditional Piddukachi Kakna design includes Gold motifs with a combination of different colored beads such as orange, black, red, etc (black beaded bangles being the most famous ones)

You can shop for such designs at any local Goa traditional jewellery shop as well as online.

 

Coin Bangles

One of the most famous styles of Goan Jewellery, these are the Gold kadas adorned with coins.

The coins are embossed with the patterned motifs and the symbols of religious figures of Goan forest deities such as Kelbai, Bramhini mai, Vetal, Mahishasurmardini.

Being lightweight, they are worn by women on a daily basis.

Which of these styles of Goa traditional jewellery did you like the most? Tell us in the comments below!