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Handicrafts · West Bengal

Kolkatti Jewellery

GI Registered West Bengal Handicrafts
GI numberGI Registered · 2026
Verified cooperativesProducer association pending — see the official GI Journal for authorised users
StateWest Bengal

About Kolkatti Jewellery

Kolkatti Jewellery, also called Calcutta Jewellery, is the traditional handcrafted gold and silver jewellery of Kolkata, including fine filigree work in which thin twisted wires are shaped into lacy patterns. It covers necklaces, earrings, bangles and bridal sets in designs that tend to be lighter and more delicate than the heavy jewellery of some other regions. The GI was reported as registered in 2026.

Heritage and place

Kolkata's goldsmith communities have worked in the city for generations, and the Bowbazar area is long associated with jewellers. Bengali designs favour intricate handwork, floral and paisley forms and lightweight pieces suited to daily wear. The GI recognises the city's hand-made tradition at a time when machine-made chains dominate the market.

How it is made

Gold or silver is melted and drawn into fine wire, and the wire is twisted, coiled and soldered into patterns that are then assembled into ornaments. Filigree needs steady hands and a good eye, and the finished piece is cleaned and polished. Some designs add enamel or gemstones. Hand-made items take longer and often show small, characteristic variations.

Registry record

Kolkatti Jewellery is a Geographical Indication tagged product of West Bengal in the handicrafts category, reported as newly registered in 2026; a confirmed registration number is not yet listed here. The name is legally protected: only producers within the notified region may sell under it. Confirm the entry in the official GI Journal before relying on it commercially.

◈ How to spot a fake Kolkatti Jewellery

What to check

For gold jewellery in India, insist on a BIS hallmark with a six-character HUID, and ask for an itemised bill showing weight, making charges and purity. Look for clean solder joints and even filigree, and ask whether the piece is hand-made or cast. Buy from established jewellers, and confirm any claim of GI-authorised craftsmanship in the GI Journal, since the registration is new.

  • General guidance, not the registered specification: for gold, insist on a BIS hallmark with a six-character HUID and an itemised bill; look for clean solder joints and even filigree. The registration was reported in 2026, so confirm authorised sellers in the GI Journal.

Where to buy

Authorised producers for this recent registration are not yet listed in our dataset. Check the GI Journal entry for authorised users, and prefer government emporia and cooperatives in West Bengal.

Catalogue record

Catalogue record: GI Registered · 2026 · West Bengal · reviewed

Frequently asked questions

What is the GI registration number of Kolkatti Jewellery?

Kolkatti Jewellery was reported as newly registered in 2026. This catalogue does not yet list a confirmed registration number, so check the official GI Journal for the entry.

Where is Kolkatti Jewellery made?

Kolkatti Jewellery is produced in West Bengal, in the handicrafts category of this catalogue.

Can Kolkatti Jewellery legally be made outside West Bengal?

No. GI protection means only producers within the notified region of West Bengal may legally sell goods under the name “Kolkatti Jewellery”.

How can I spot a fake Kolkatti Jewellery?

General guidance, not the registered specification: for gold, insist on a BIS hallmark with a six-character HUID and an itemised bill; look for clean solder joints and even filigree. The registration was reported in 2026, so confirm authorised sellers in the GI Journal.