The story of a pearl expert whose knowledge and values became part of a family legacy Before the name Modi Pearls became associated with Hyderabad’s pearl trade, there was Manoharlalji Modi, also known as Jaggimalji Manoharlalji. His journey began in Narnaul, in present-day Haryana, before…
The people, craftsmanship and commerce behind the jewellery of Hyderabad’s royal court When the history of the Nizams of Hyderabad is discussed, the extraordinary jewellery associated with the royal family inevitably attracts attention. Diamonds, emeralds, rubies, pearls and elaborate gold ornaments became symbols of the…
Hyderabad is proudly known as the City of Pearls, and shopping for pearls here is one of the top experiences for locals and tourists alike. But with so many pearl shops near Charminar, and Old City, people often get confused about where to shop. If you are…