SummaryToo-good-to-be-true pearl prices often hide red flags—thin nacre, dull luster, poor matching, or even fake coatings. Learn how to identify these scams, protect your money, and buy pearls with confidence. When a Pearl Price Looks Too Good You walk into a shop and see a string of pearls at half the market price. It feels […]
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SummaryMaharani Irish Gin from Rebel City Distillery in Cork combines Ireland’s distilling heritage with Kerala’s spice traditions. Created by Robert and Bhagya, this gin celebrates women, craftsmanship, and cultural connection. Each sip blends pomelo, cassia, cardamom, and nutmeg mace — spices ethically sourced from Kerala’s women-led cooperatives. A Fusion of Two Worlds Maharani Irish Gin
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Summary “Zero Making Charge” offers in Kerala are mostly marketing gimmicks. Jewellers often adjust gold rates or add hidden charges to recover the difference. To protect yourself, compare the market rate, check purity, and calculate the final cost before purchase. Informed buyers never fall for zero-charge traps. You see it everywhere in Kerala: “Zero Making
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Summary Many jewellery buyers in Kerala still pay gold prices for worthless stones. The reason? They don’t ask the jeweller whether the bill is based on gross vs net weight. Learn how this one question can help you pay only for the real gold in your ornaments — not for glass or synthetic stones used
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Summary Gold buyers in Kerala often find their jewellery bills confusing. This article breaks down the three major components — making charges (Pani Kuli), wastage (Thattam), and GST. Learn what each term means, how these charges are calculated, and where you can negotiate to save money on your next gold purchase. Kerala Jeweller’s Bill Explained
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Summary Before buying jewellery in Kerala, ask the right questions about gemstone sources, certification, warranties, and pricing. This guide helps you evaluate your jeweller’s transparency, ethics, and reliability so you can buy with confidence. Buying jewellery in Kerala can be a joyful yet significant investment. However, before you make a purchase, it’s important to ask
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Gold is more than just an ornament in Kerala. It often serves as a savings plan, a financial backup, and a family tradition passed through generations. If you are planning to buy or sell gold, understanding the daily gold rate in Kerala is crucial. Even small fluctuations can influence thousands of rupees in cost or
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SummaryUnderstand how karat markings (22K, 24K) and BIS hallmarking define gold purity in Kerala. Learn to identify genuine jewellery before you buy. When you buy gold jewellery in Kerala, you’ll see markings like 22K, 24K, and a small BIS hallmark stamp. But what do they mean? Karats Explained In Kerala, most jewellery is 22K. Pure
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Summary Some inclusions make gemstones more authentic, not less valuable. Learn how silk in sapphires, three-phase inclusions in emeralds, and horsetail inclusions in garnets prove natural origin and add character to fine gems. Is every inclusion a flaw?Not always. In gemology, some inclusions confirm that a gemstone is natural. Instead of lowering value, they often
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Summary Many visitors to Jaipur hunt for cheap gemstones, thinking they’re getting a bargain. In reality, the lowest-priced gems often end up costing more due to poor clarity, heavy treatments, and weak cuts. Learn how to identify real value, ask the right questions, and avoid the “cheap stone” trap with these practical Jaipur gem buying
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