Bengali Gold Chik Design, Chur, Kanbala and More

15 original designs Regional styles Reviewed 7 Oct 2026

A Bengali gold chik design is often the first piece people picture when they think of a Bengali bride. This gallery shows 15 original designs in the Bengali style: chik, chur, pola, shakha, noa, kanbala, noth and tikli.

Bengali gold work is known for fine carving, filigree and soft matte finishes. Many families pass these pieces down, so they are worth choosing with care. Customs vary from family to family, and these pictures are only ideas.

For other regional styles, see Rajputi gold jewellery and South Indian gold jewellery.

Bengali Gold Chik Design: Bengali Choker Design Gold

The chik is a close-fitting choker that many Bengali brides wear high on the neck, often with a longer sita haar below it. It frames the face in a way few other necklaces do. Compare it with other styles on our gold choker design page.

Bengali gold chik design with a carved band and a fringe of creamy pearls — Weight
About 30 to 40 g
Purity
22k, matte, pearl
Wear it for
Wedding and bou bhaat
This is the classic bridal chik: a firm carved band with tiny pearls hanging below. It sits snug on the neck and looks beautiful with a red Benarasi saree.
**Karigar note**Ask for a soft adjustable dori and a slightly curved band so it does not press the throat.

Simple gold chik design with linked leaf plates for light festive wear — Weight
About 15 to 20 g
Purity
22k, high polish
Wear it for
Pujas and festivals
Small linked leaf plates make a flexible chik that moves with the neck. It is light enough for Durga Puja visits and family dinners.
**Karigar note**Ask for linked plates rather than one rigid band if you plan to wear it for many hours.

Bengali pearl gold necklace design, a chik layered over strands of small pearls — Weight
About 25 to 30 g gold
Purity
22k, pearl strands
Wear it for
Weddings and events
Three strands of creamy pearls held by gold spacers sit under a small chik band. A soft, graceful choice for mothers of the bride.
**Karigar note**Ask for the pearl weight on the bill and strong silk thread with knots between pearls.

Pola, Shakha and Noa with Gold Work

In many Bengali families a married woman wears a white shakha (conch shell bangle), a red pola and an iron noa. Many families now add gold caps or gold covering to these. The gold parts follow the same hallmark rules as any gold jewellery.

Pola design gold, a red pola bangle with carved gold caps and a centre band — Weight
About 6 to 10 g gold
Purity
22k, carved caps
Wear it for
Daily and festive
The red pola stays the star while gold caps protect its edges. Gold work also makes the pola easy to wear with festive outfits.
**Karigar note**Ask for the gold weight alone, since the pola itself is not gold and must not be charged at gold rate.

Gold sakha design with a white conch shakha and a carved gold mouth piece — Weight
About 5 to 8 g gold
Purity
22k, carved, shell
Wear it for
Wedding and daily
A white shakha with a gold mukh, or face piece, at the joint looks bright and clean. Many families gift this at the wedding.
**Karigar note**Check the gold joint is fixed with a screw, not glue, so it can be repaired later.

Modern Bengali gold noa design with a gold covered iron bangle and fine texture — Weight
About 8 to 12 g gold
Purity
22k, diamond-cut
Wear it for
Daily wear
A gold-wrapped noa looks neat and does not rust against the skin. This modern style has a thin diamond-cut band down the middle.
**Karigar note**Ask how thick the gold covering is and get the gold weight listed separately from the iron core.

Gold Chur Design

Chur are broad, solid gold bangles usually worn in pairs. A wedding gold chur design is often a gift from the bride's family. More bangle ideas are on our gold bangles design page.

Chur design gold pair with a plain flat polished band and soft edges — Weight
About 20 to 25 g each
Purity
22k, high polish
Wear it for
Daily and weddings
A plain chur shows off the colour of 22k gold and is the easiest piece to exchange later. Many women wear one pair for years.
**Karigar note**Ask for solid, not hollow, and measure your hand width so the chur slides on comfortably.

10 gram gold chur design with light floral engraving on a slim band — Weight
About 10 g each
Purity
22k, engraved
Wear it for
Daily and gifting
A slim chur around 10 g gives the traditional look for less gold. The fine flower engraving catches the light.
**Karigar note**Ask for at least 2 mm thickness so a light chur keeps its round shape.

Wedding gold chur design with carved lotus panels and small ruby dots — Weight
About 25 to 30 g each
Purity
22k, carved, ruby
Wear it for
Wedding day
Carved lotus panels and tiny rubies give the chur a festive richness for the wedding day. They pair well with the red pola.
**Karigar note**Ask for the screw or hinge to be hidden, and check every ruby dot is closed-set.

Gold Kanbala Design

Kanbala is a Bengali ear ornament that curves along the outer edge of the ear. Many have a small chain that hooks into the hair for support. For other ear styles, see our gold earrings design gallery.

Kanbala design gold with a curved ear piece and a fine chain hooked into the hair — Weight
About 10 to 14 g pair
Purity
22k, matte, filigree
Wear it for
Wedding and reception
The curved piece follows the ear and the chain takes weight off the lobe. A bride can wear this through long ceremonies comfortably.
**Karigar note**Ask the karigar to shape the curve to your ear, and check the hair hook has a firm clip.

Light gold kanbala design with small pearl drops along the curve — Weight
About 6 to 8 g pair
Purity
22k, pearl
Wear it for
Pujas and functions
Small pearls swing along the edge of a slim kanbala. It is lighter than bridal styles and fits Puja and family events.
**Karigar note**Ask for the pearls to be capped and the ear curve fitted before final polish.

Kanbala design with a peacock top and a small jhumka bell at the lobe — Weight
About 12 to 15 g pair
Purity
22k, antique finish
Wear it for
Weddings and festivals
A peacock at the top of the ear and a jhumka at the lobe make a full ear look. Good for those who want drama with balance.
**Karigar note**Ask for a screw back at the lobe and a separate clip at the top for even support.

Bengali Gold Nose Ring Design and Gold Tikli Design

The Bengali nath, or noth, is often large and round with a chain to the hair. The tikli is a forehead ornament worn at the parting. See more on our gold nath design and maang tikka pages.

Bengali gold nose ring design, a large round noth with pearls and a hair chain — Weight
About 4 to 6 g
Purity
22k, pearl and ruby
Wear it for
Wedding day
A wide round noth with pearl and ruby beads is a key part of many Bengali bridal looks. The chain links it to the hair so it does not pull the nose.
**Karigar note**Ask for a thin, smooth wire for the nose and a hook-on chain that can be removed after the ceremony.

Gold tikli design with a round carved disc, pearl edge and a parting chain — Weight
About 5 to 7 g
Purity
22k, matte, pearl
Wear it for
Wedding and pujas
A round carved disc with pearls sits at the centre of the forehead. The chain runs along the parting for a neat line.
**Karigar note**Ask for a hair hook at the end of the chain and check the disc lies flat.

Tikli design gold with a small crescent and a single ruby drop for light wear — Weight
About 3 to 4 g
Purity
22k, ruby
Wear it for
Engagement and pujas
A small crescent tikli with one ruby suits engagement and Puja days. It is light and easy to pin in place.
**Karigar note**Ask for a shorter chain if you have a centre parting with less hair to hold the hook.

How to Choose Bengali Bridal Gold

A Bengali bridal set is often built over time. Many families start with the chur and noa, then add the chik, kanbala and tikli.

Piece	Where it is worn	Rough weight
Chik	Close on the neck	About 15 to 40 g
Chur	Wrists, in pairs	About 10 to 30 g each
Kanbala	Along the outer ear	About 6 to 15 g pair
Noth	Nose, with a hair chain	About 3 to 6 g
Tikli	Forehead, on the parting	About 3 to 7 g

Weights are guides only. Filigree and hollow work bring weight down. Heavy carving and stones bring it up.

What to Check When Buying

Every gold piece should carry the BIS hallmark, purity like 22K916 and a 6-digit HUID.
For pola, shakha and noa, only the gold part is charged at the gold rate. Ask for the gold weight alone on the bill.
Price is grams times the rate for that karat on the day you buy, with making charges and 3% GST added. See the price guide.
Fine filigree and carving often carry higher making charges. Compare a few shops.

Keep shakha away from hot water and soap, since shell can crack. Wipe gold parts with a soft dry cloth.

Questions buyers ask

What is a chik in Bengali jewellery?

A chik is a close-fitting choker worn high on the neck. Many Bengali brides wear it with a longer haar below. It can be a rigid carved band or flexible linked plates.

Is a simple gold chik design good for daily wear?

A light linked chik of about 15 g can be worn often, but most people keep it for pujas and functions. For daily use, a thin chain is more comfortable. Choose linked plates so it bends with the neck.

How heavy is a 10 gram gold chur?

A 10 g chur is a slim band, usually about 5 to 7 mm wide. It keeps the traditional look for less gold. Ask for enough thickness so it does not bend out of shape.

What is the difference between pola, shakha and noa?

Shakha is a white conch shell bangle, pola is a red bangle made of coral or lac, and noa is an iron bangle. In many Bengali families married women wear them together. Gold caps or covering are added for beauty and protection.

Is the gold sankha design charged fully at gold rate?

No. Only the gold part should be charged at the gold rate. The shell is not gold, so ask the jeweller to write the gold weight separately on the bill.

What is a kanbala and how is it worn?

A kanbala is an ear ornament that curves along the outer edge of the ear. It is held by a stud at the lobe and often a chain or clip in the hair. It gives a full, bridal look without pulling the lobe.