Traditional Assamese jewellers finding survival a tough task

The Hindustan Times | December 16, 2006 | Copyright

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Ranthali (Assam), Dec 16 -- Ranthali, a small village, which is four kilometres from Nagaon District (formerly Nowgong), is well known for its exquisite gold plated Assamese traditional jewellery. But these days the jewellers are facing a tough time due to the challenge posed by cheap gold plated jewellery now available the market.

Doog-doogi, Loka-paro, Bana, Gaam-kharu, Gal-pata, Jon-biri, Dhol-biri and Keru are some of the traditional Assamese jewellery mostly worn by dancers during the ceremonial Bihu ...

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