Rajputi Umbrella Ring Gold Design and More Rajputi Gold Jewellery
A Rajputi umbrella ring gold design, with its raised dome and tiny bells, is one of the most loved pieces in Rajasthani bridal jewellery. This gallery shows 12 original designs: umbrella rings, jodha rings, rakhdi, borla, earrings, aad, ganthan and dholna.
Rajputi gold is bold and rich, with kundan-look stones, pearls, carving and granulation. Many of these pieces are worn by married women in Rajput families, though customs differ from family to family.
Explore other regional styles on our Bengali gold jewellery and South Indian gold jewellery pages.
Rajputi Umbrella Ring Gold Design
The umbrella ring, or chhatri ring, has a raised dome top that looks like a small umbrella. Many have tiny ghungroo or pearl drops around the edge. For everyday rings, see our gold ring design for women page.
- Weight
- About 8 to 12 g
- Purity
- 22k, antique finish
- Wear it for
- Wedding and mehendi
A tall dome made of layered petals with tiny bells around the rim. It catches every eye during the mehendi and wedding rituals.
Karigar noteAsk for a slightly wider shank so the tall dome does not tilt sideways on the finger.
- Weight
- About 10 to 14 g
- Purity
- 22k, kundan-look, pearl
- Wear it for
- Weddings and teej
Kundan-look stones on the dome and small pearls around the edge give a royal Rajwadi feel. It goes beautifully with a poshak or lehenga.
Karigar noteAsk for closed settings for every stone, and check the pearl drops are on strong wire.
- Weight
- About 5 to 7 g
- Purity
- 22k, emerald
- Wear it for
- Engagement
A smaller dome with a single emerald suits an engagement and can be worn later at family events. It keeps the chhatri shape without the weight.
Karigar noteAsk for your ring size on the Indian scale, measured with a ring sizer at the shop.
Jodha Ring Design Gold
A jodha ring is a wide statement ring that covers much of the finger. It is a favourite for weddings in many Rajasthani families. Our engagement gold ring page has simpler styles.
- Weight
- About 10 to 15 g
- Purity
- 22k, polki-look stones
- Wear it for
- Wedding day
A large oval face packed with uncut-look stones covers the finger from knuckle to joint. Bold enough for the pheras and photos.
Karigar noteAsk for gold and stone weight separately, and an open back so the stones can be cleaned.
- Weight
- About 9 to 12 g
- Purity
- 22k, enamel back
- Wear it for
- Weddings and teej
The front shows carved gold flowers while the back has red and green enamel. A lovely detail when the hand turns.
Karigar noteEnamel can chip; ask if the karigar will touch it up later.
- Weight
- About 6 to 8 g
- Purity
- 22k, emerald
- Wear it for
- Engagement and gifts
A square face with a deep green emerald and bead borders gives the jodha look at a lower weight. Good for engagement or gifting.
Karigar noteAsk whether the emerald is natural or lab-made, and note it on the bill.
Gold Rakhdi Design, Borla and Rajputi Earrings
The rakhdi or borla sits at the parting on the forehead. Many married Rajput women wear it at weddings and festivals. See more forehead pieces on our gold maang tikka design page.
- Weight
- About 12 to 18 g
- Purity
- 22k, kundan-look, pearl
- Wear it for
- Weddings and teej
A round dome set with uncut-look stones and edged with small pearls. It sits firm at the parting with a short hair chain.
Karigar noteAsk for a strong hook and a chain length that matches your hair parting.
- Weight
- About 8 to 10 g
- Purity
- 22k, granulation
- Wear it for
- Festivals and functions
A plain gold borla with fine bead texture is light and easy to wear for festivals. It shows off the warm colour of 22k gold.
Karigar noteAsk whether the cone is hollow, and check the hook is soldered, not glued.
- Weight
- About 10 to 14 g pair
- Purity
- 22k, antique, ruby
- Wear it for
- Weddings and festivals
A leaf-shaped top with a long bell jhumka matches the rakhdi for a complete Rajputi look. The bell drops sway gently.
Karigar noteFor this weight ask for a sahara chain and a broad screw back to support the lobe.
Ganthan Design Gold, Aad and Dholna
These neck pieces complete the Rajputi set. The aad is a broad necklace, the ganthan is a beaded necklace on a thread, and the dholna is a small drum-shaped pendant. For close neck styles, see gold choker design.
- Weight
- About 40 to 60 g
- Purity
- 22k, kundan-look, pearl
- Wear it for
- Wedding day
Square plates set with uncut-look stones and a fringe of pearls cover the neck in a broad band. A bride's centre piece in many Rajput families.
Karigar noteAsk for a silk dori at the back and padding behind the plates for comfort.
- Weight
- About 10 to 15 g
- Purity
- 22k, polished beads
- Wear it for
- Daily and festive
A mini ganthan uses fewer, smaller beads so it stays light. It can be worn often and still looks traditional, while a full gold ganthan design is kept for weddings.
Karigar noteAsk for the beads on strong silk thread with a sliding knot, and check each bead's hole is smooth.
- Weight
- About 4 to 6 g
- Purity
- 22k, carved
- Wear it for
- Daily wear
The dholna is a small drum-shaped pendant that many married women in Rajasthan wear daily. Fine carving keeps it light yet rich.
Karigar noteAsk if the dholna is hollow or solid, and for a sturdy loop to hold the thread.
How to Choose Rajputi Gold Jewellery
Rajputi sets are heavy, so most families build them slowly. Start with one strong piece like the rakhdi or aad, then add rings and earrings.
| Piece | Where it is worn | Rough weight |
|---|---|---|
| Umbrella ring | Finger | About 5 to 14 g |
| Jodha ring | Finger, wide face | About 6 to 15 g |
| Rakhdi or borla | Forehead parting | About 8 to 18 g |
| Aad | Neck, broad band | About 40 g and up |
| Ganthan | Neck, on thread | About 10 to 30 g |
| Dholna | Neck, small pendant | About 3 to 8 g |
Kundan-look and polki-look stones add weight that should not be charged at the gold rate.
What to Check When Buying
- Look for the BIS hallmark, purity like 22K916 and a 6-digit HUID on each piece.
- Ask for gold weight and stone weight listed separately on the bill.
- Price is gold weight times the karat rate on the bill date, plus making and 3% GST. See the price guide for examples.
- Heavy stone work usually gets less back on exchange than plain gold. Ask about buyback before paying.
Keep kundan-look and enamel pieces dry and away from perfume. Store rings in separate slots so the domes and stones do not scratch each other.
Questions buyers ask
What is a Rajputi umbrella ring?
It is a ring with a raised dome on top, shaped like a small umbrella or chhatri. Many have layered petals and tiny bells or pearl drops around the rim. It is popular for weddings and festivals in Rajasthan.
Is a bridal umbrella ring gold design comfortable to wear?
It can be, if the shank is wide enough to stop the dome from tilting. Ask the karigar for a comfortable inner curve. Lighter domes of about 5 to 7 g are easier for long wear.
What is the difference between a jodha ring and an umbrella ring?
A jodha ring has a wide, flat face that covers much of the finger, often packed with stones. An umbrella ring has a raised dome on top. Both are Rajputi statement rings.
What is a rakhdi and who wears it?
A rakhdi is a round forehead ornament worn at the hair parting. In many Rajput families it is worn by married women at weddings and festivals. The borla is a close cousin with a cone or bell shape.
What is a mini ganthan?
A mini ganthan is a lighter version of the beaded ganthan necklace. It uses smaller gold beads and a small centre piece on thread. Many are around 10 to 15 g, so they can be worn often.
Should Rajputi rings be made in 22k or 18k gold?
Plain and carved pieces are usually 22k for the deep yellow colour. If a ring has many small stones in prongs, 18k holds them more firmly. Kundan-look work is commonly done in 22k.
