22k vintage Indian high karat gold beads with big eyes on both sides. These remind me of the family of deities from the Jagannath temple in Puri, India. Their huge eyes symbolize divine wisdom, omniscience and omnipresent watchfulness over their devotees. Who doesn't need that?
High Karat Gold (18k and above) is strongly favored in India, the higher the better
However, 24K gold (100% pure gold) is too soft for jewelry, so 22k (91.7% gold) the next best thing, is used for the best jewelry. We love its rich warm color.
18k (75% gold) is best when more durability is needed, for example when setting stones, for clasps, and for beads and jewelry that can withstand the rigors of being worn daily, rather than just for ceremonies and special events.
In India gold is associated with goddess Laksmi and symbolizes prosperity, wealth, good fortune and general auspiciousness.
Gold jewelry is very important in wedding ceremonies, and is passed down through families, although the jewelry designs may be reworked, and change from generation to generation.
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