Why Jaipur is the Hub of Fine Jewellery Manufacturing
Jaipur, the Pink City of Rajasthan, reigns as India's undisputed epicenter for fine jewellery manufacturing, processing over 300 gemstone varieties and driving massive exports. Home to thousands of skilled artisans and factories like DWS Jewellery Pvt. Ltd., it blends centuries-old techniques with modern innovation to supply global markets. Historical Foundations Jaipur's jewellery legacy traces to the 18th century when Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II invited master artisans from across India to settle and craft for royalty. The Johari Bazaar, commissioned by Jai Singh II, became the cradle of the industry, evolving into a hub for gem cutting, polishing, and intricate designs. By the 19th century, Jaipur mastered techniques like Kundan (gem embedding in pure gold) and Meenakari (vibrant enameling), patronized by maharajas who commissioned opulent pieces with emeralds, rubies, and sapphires. This royal patronage transformed Jaipur into the "Gemstone Capital of the World....