Kishandas & Co.’s 150-Year Reign in Indian Jewellery from the Nizams to Now

With a legacy of over 150 years, Kishandas & Co. Jewellers have made a brand synonymous with perfection through their refined pieces, which stand out amongst the rest and make a bold statement in the world of Indian jewellery. Founded in the regal city of Hyderabad, the brand embarked on its journey during the era of the Nizams, whose patronage elevated its stature and transformed it into a brand that symbolised royalty. Now a household name and an established atelier, this brand continues to charm its customers with its elegant craftsmanship and its reverence for Indian traditions and heritage while effortlessly blending the old with the new.

More than just a jewellery house, Kishandas & Co. is a custodian of heirlooms with every piece designed to transcend not just trends but also the ever-changing nature of bridal fashion. Their jewellery pieces are designed to be passed down through generations. 

Kishandas & Co. is a brand with roots tied to the cultural and aesthetic legacy of Hyderabad, where their pieces echo the elegance and beauty of Deccan royalty, as well as the sharpness and finesse of traditional craftsmanship. Ranging from the Satlada or their signature seven-layered pearl necklace that is steeped in Nizam history, or elaborate Jadau and Pacchi timeless pieces, all of their creations are crafted with meticulous detail and soulful artistry.

Made For the Modern Woman, The Legacy of Kishandas & Co.

Made for the women of the modern moment who value the exquisite craftsmanship and appreciates the beauty of an artful masterpiece that is carved in our history and heritage and amalgamates the elegance of the old-world pieces with the modernity of her contemporary wardrobe, the Kishandas jewellery is not just an ornament or accessory but a narrative of its own that not just celebrates the people who made it but also preserves the lineage it comes from.

What sets the Kishandas jewellery apart is its purity. The techniques employed in making these jewellery pieces- especially the ones that are soon to be lost in the fast-paced world of evolving techniques make it stand out. From the open frameworks to the uncut polkis and to the shiny pearls and gemstones, every inch of a Kishandas jewellery is shaped by legacy artisans and is a symbolic celebration of time and skill. A Kishandas jewellery piece is not just a reflection of what it is made of, but of how it is made and preserved for generations, altogether with stories that are worth preserving.

In a previous interview with Manifest, Creative Director Pratiksha Prashant had highlighted that for her, jewellery is not just ornamental but emotional. She believes that it holds memory, history and identity, a reflection of who the person is. 

Kishandas & Co. bridges the gap between heritage and modernity with each jewel piece crafted as a promise of eternal elegance.

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