Ram-splendent: Idol sparkles with crores worth of gold, gemstone jewellery
Monday, 22 January 2024 132 craftsmen worked tirelessly to create a stunning jewellery collection for the main idol of Ram Lalla. The collection features 14 pieces, including a mukut, tilak, emerald ring, ruby ring, and various necklaces and bracelets. It is adorned with 18,567 diamonds, 2,984 rubies, 615 emeralds, and 439 uncut diamonds, all ethically sourced and certified by the International Gemological Institute.
The idol of Ram Lalla, depicting Lord Ram as a five-year-old child, at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, is adorned with an array of magnificent jewellery that reflects his divine status. At least 15 kg of gold and 18,000 diamonds and emeralds have been used in making the jewellery for the deity. Dedicated...