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Precious Stones Rakhi
Raksha Bandhan is a holy festival which is celebrated with great
enthusiasm by every section of people in India. This Hindu festival
falls on the full moon day of the month of Shravana. It stands for the
pious relationship of a brother and a sister. On this day, sisters tie
rakhi on the wrist of brothers and brothers, in return, promises to
protect her from all the evils of the world.
Previously, rakhi was only a simple
thread of silk, however with time, various kinds of rakhi have come in
fashion. Among the various variety of rakhis, Gold, Silver and Precious
Stones Rakhi is one of the most popular one.
Various Stones Used
Precious stones rakhi are generally made by using the pieces of
precious and semi-precious stones like opal, emerald, ruby, topaz,
diamond, moonstone, pearl, onyx, etc. Such Rakhi have their own
characteristics and gloss which gives Rakhi a beautiful shimmer and fill
it with attraction. Precious stones are either used separately or
combined in different arrays to produce magnificent results. These
stones are also used with gold or silver with different background
colors. This type of rakhi, apart from being a rakhi, also acts as a
beautiful piece of artistic gift and jewelry.
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