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Ralf Ralen Jhumka: The Story of India’s Traditional Bell-Shaped Earring

By Admin• 7 min read• Sep 21, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a jhumka?

A jhumka is a traditional Indian earring characterized by a distinctive bell-shaped or dome-shaped ornament. It is produced in many regional styles and materials.

What does the bell shape of a jhumka represent?

The bell-shaped form is primarily a distinctive ornamental design. Different regional and traditional interpretations can associate the form with cultural and aesthetic meanings.

Sources

The Jhumka, Ralph Lauren, and the dangling question of patenting heritage craft — Rinku Ghosh (The Indian Express)Link

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