Know your Polki

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Polki Jewellery
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While purchasing Polki Jewellery online, you must be aware of and understand the primary differences between Polki and other non precious stones like Kundan.

While the craft of the jewellery making is the same, Polki and Kundan are distinctly different. Polki uses uncut diamonds in its most natural state, where as Kundan, is simply glass stones, and in essence, not precious.

There are 3 types of Polki: Syndicate, Zimbabwe & Kilwas. Tyaani.com uses syndicate Polki in all its Jadau Jewellery. Polki gives off a much softer sparkle hence the brilliance is more subtle as compared to Kundan which is highly polished glass hence reflects light brightly. Each piece is unique and the beauty lies in its imperfections. Polki Jewellery is handcrafted and no two pieces of Polki are alike. Kundan are machine made, pieces of glass that are highly polished and shine brightly. A discerning eye can easily distinguish between the two. To make an informed choice, you need to know the difference. So, be sure, you are buying the real thing.

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POLKI CARE

Tips and Advice

Every piece of jewellery is a work of art, and needs to be treated with care and caution. Here's a list of things to keep in mind to protect your jewellery

Spraying perfume directly on to your piece of Polki Jewellery could in time damage it. There may be gradual discolouration because of the chemicals in the perfume and / or if the moisture that settles in.

Store your Jadau Jewellery in a dry place, at room temperature away from moisture. Your best storage option is an airtight plastic box, or the box provided by Tyaani.com. Beware, of the ornate looking velvet boxes which are nothing but moisture traps. Your Polki Jewellery will turn blackish over a period of time if you are not careful with it. Handle with care! As you would any priceless work of art. Be gentle with your Polki Jewellery while putting on or removing it, so that it doesn't slip out of your hands, and drop to the floor weakening it.

If it all you need to clean your Polki Jewellery, Use soft cloth and wipe gently. Do not wash it with soap and water. Remember, it has to be kept dry. Do not scrub Polki directly – with toothbrush or any other abrasive material