Anklets refer to ornaments that are worn around the ankle. Heavily carved with magnificent designs, beautiful anklets have earned the patronage of discerning clients worldwide and have become major items of export. Anklets historically have been worn for centuries by unmarried women in India. The anklet is meant to draw attention to the wearers legs and feet. ANKLETS come in varying shapes and sizes. From the traditional and rather delicate silver and gold chains, they have developed into beautiful threaded and beaded versions in wood, crystals, semi-precious stones and seashells.

 

Anklets are of two types - flexible and inflexible. The flexible ones, often called pajeb or jhanjhar in India, are made by tying links in a chain. Usually reserved for wearing as part of a bridal trousseau, it covered the entire foot and was attached by hooks to toe rings. Subsequently, sonorous bells can be attached to the chain, in order to make pleasing sounds while walking. Inflexible ones that require less skills to make are created by giving shape to a flat sheet.