Timaniya
A Rajasthani choker built around a prominent central pendant, usually kundan set with enamel behind.
The timaniya sits slightly lower than an aad and is defined by its heavy central motif.
It is traditionally paired with a borla on the forehead as part of a Marwari bridal set.
Pearl versions hang rows of small pearls beneath the central plate.
Kundan and choker sets
A few from the collection, from ₹2,700.
Elegant String Of Cream Pearls With CZ Kundan Pendant
Dainty String Of Cream Pearls With Elegant Kundan Pendant
Cute String Of Cream Pearls With Elegant Kundan Pendant
Sleek String Of Oval White Pearls With Trinity Kundan Pendant
Sleek String Of White Pearls Centered With Soulful Kundan Pendant
Trendy White Pearl Necklace With Filigree Enamel Beads
Subtle White 8.5mm Button Pearls Choker With Blue CZ Crystals
Pretty White 8.5mm Button Pearls Choker With Pink CZ Crystals
Aad
A Rajasthani choker: a broad, flat, rectangular plate of stone-set work sitting square at the base of the throat.
Borla
The round, bell-shaped Rajasthani head ornament worn at the centre of the forehead, in place of a flat tikka.
Kundan
A setting technique where highly refined gold foil is pressed around stones to hold them, with no prongs or claws.
Meenakari
Coloured enamel fused into engraved metal, most often on the reverse of kundan jewellery.
Bridal Set
A matched group of pieces worn together for a wedding: typically a necklace, earrings, and often a maang tikka.