Shikhavali Kalangi in Jadau with Meenakari
A magnificent bridal kalangi (turban / hair ornament) in the form of a sweeping peacock feather, richly hand-painted in emerald green and cobalt blue meenakari enamel, set with Glass Polki (Moissanite) kundan stones throughout, and finished with a generous fringe of large lustrous freshwater pearl drops. A rare and regal piece of Indian bridal heritage.
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Description
The peacock — Mayur in Sanskrit — is India's most sacred bird, a symbol of grace, beauty, and auspiciousness. The Shikhavali Kalangi draws its entire identity from this beloved form, sculpted in gold-toned silver and brought to life through the luminous interplay of Jadau stonework and Jaipur's finest meenakari enamel.
The kalangi is shaped as a sweeping peacock feather — a long arching form that curves gracefully from a pointed tip downward to an ornate base. The upper arch is an open gold framework traced with flowing emerald green and cobalt blue meenakari enamel leaf and scroll motifs, through which Glass Polki (Moissanite) kundan stones are individually hand-set in teardrop and kite formations, as if dewdrops caught in the feather's filaments.
At the lower section, the feather broadens into a bold lotus-inspired medallion — a deeply carved composition of emerald green meenakari petals and scrolling gold work, centred by a large teardrop Glass Polki stone in its own meenakari-bordered oval setting. The outer edges burst outward in sculptural emerald green enamel petal forms, framing the centrepiece with natural drama.
From the base and sides hang multiple chains of large, round lustrous freshwater pearls — their creamy luminosity a perfect counterpoint to the rich green and blue of the meenakari enamel above. These pearl drops fall in a generous cluster, swaying softly with movement and completing the piece with a softness that balances its otherwise bold presence.
The Shikhavali is pinned into the hair or attached to a turban using concealed pins at the back, and is suitable for grooms, brides, and festive performers alike. It is a piece of living Indian heritage — rare, regal, and deeply meaningful.
Specification
Product Details
— Form: Sweeping peacock feather (Mayur Pankh) silhouette
— Upper arch: Open gold framework with emerald green and cobalt blue meenakari scrollwork, individually set teardrop and kite Glass Polki kundan stones
— Lower base: Lotus-inspired medallion with large teardrop Glass Polki centrepiece in meenakari oval border, sculptural emerald green petal surround
— Drop fringe: Multiple chains of large round lustrous freshwater pearl drops
— Wearing method: Concealed pin fitting at the back for attachment to hair or turban
— Suitable for bride, groom's turban, or ceremonial festive wear
— All stones hand-set; minor variation in stone or pearl placement reflects authentic Jadau handcraft
Desclaimer
The Shikhavali Kalangi is available as a standalone piece.
Love the design but want it personalised? We offer full customisation on all our pieces. The meenakari colour scheme can be changed to suit your bridal palette, the pearl drops can be swapped for emerald or coloured stone drops, and the overall size of the kalangi can be adjusted. This piece can also be worn as a brooch or hair accessory with minor modifications.
For customisation requests, bridal jewellery consultations, groom's sehra jewellery queries, or any other questions, please get in touch with us directly. We would love to help you create your perfect piece.
