The breathtaking beauty of pearls
   
   The pearls of Hyderabad come in a breathtaking variety of shapes and
   sizes. From the classical serenity of the Jafna pearls to the unique
   rice pearls - the jewellery of Hyderabad is arguably the most
   spectacular in this part of the world.
   
   
   Tips on pearl care....
     * Do not store pearls in an air-tight environment as they need to
       'breathe'. Not even in safe deposits boxes.
     * Store them away from sunlight and dry heat.
     * Keep them out of the reach of sprays and perfumes as contact with
       these, discolours them.
     * As exposure to perspiration dims the lusture of pearls wipe them
       with a soft dry cloth after every use.
     * String your pearls in silken or nylon thread. Avoid gold as it
       wears them out.
     * Re-string your pearls every year as the threads weaken with time.
       Bangles with shimmering colours
       The famous Hyderabadi stone-studded lac bangles were introduced as
       a craft to the Deccan in the 16th century by travelling mendicants
       (hakims), whose wives made bangles by studding lac or shellac
       bases with multicoloured stones.

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