{"product_id":"one-gram-gold-plated-copper-traditional-designer-neck-chain-for-women","title":"Maharani Zari Necklace","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"45\" data-end=\"392\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"49\" data-end=\"75\"\u003eMaharani Zari Necklace\u003c\/strong\u003e is a one gram gold plated necklace crafted over a copper base and manufactured in India. Inspired by the intricate metallic threads of traditional \u003cstrong data-start=\"223\" data-end=\"231\"\u003ezari\u003c\/strong\u003e embroidery, it combines a finely textured box chain with one of India's most enduring decorative arts, creating a necklace rich in texture, warmth and heritage.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"394\" data-end=\"397\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"399\" data-end=\"413\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"415\" data-end=\"585\"\u003eSome jewellery takes its inspiration from precious stones. Others look to architecture or nature. The Maharani Zari Necklace finds its character in textile craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"587\" data-end=\"968\"\u003eNamed after the metallic thread woven through India's ceremonial fabrics for centuries, the Zari Necklace reflects a tradition where beauty is created through countless small details rather than a single focal point. Its finely textured box chain produces a similar effect, allowing light to move gently across hundreds of precisely formed surfaces to create a soft, woven shimmer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"970\" data-end=\"1257\"\u003eRather than relying on elaborate pendants or decorative motifs, the necklace allows its craftsmanship to remain visible. The texture becomes the ornament, recalling the richness of traditional Indian gold jewellery while maintaining a clean, contemporary profile suited to everyday wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1259\" data-end=\"1561\"\u003eFinished in one gram gold plating over a copper base, the necklace carries the warmth associated with heirloom jewellery while remaining accessible for modern collections. It is equally effective worn on its own or layered with simpler chains, where its finely detailed surface provides quiet contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1563\" data-end=\"1840\"\u003eWithin the Atlas Foundry archive, the Maharani Collection preserves jewellery shaped by India's centuries-old tradition of ornamentation. The Zari Necklace represents that heritage through texture, craftsmanship and the enduring relationship between woven gold and woven metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1842\" data-end=\"1845\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1847\" data-end=\"1864\"\u003eDesign History\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1866\" data-end=\"2312\"\u003eFor centuries, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1881\" data-end=\"1889\"\u003ezari\u003c\/strong\u003e has been one of the defining elements of Indian ceremonial dress. Traditionally created by wrapping fine strands of precious metal around silk thread, zari embroidery transformed textiles into richly illuminated surfaces that shimmered with movement. It became closely associated with weddings, festivals and royal courts, where garments embroidered with gold thread reflected both craftsmanship and cultural significance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2314\" data-end=\"2618\"\u003eThis appreciation for intricate surface detail naturally extended into Indian jewellery. Goldsmiths developed necklaces whose finely worked textures echoed the appearance of woven metallic thread, creating pieces that shared the same visual richness as embroidered fabrics while remaining entirely metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2620\" data-end=\"2904\"\u003eThe box chain proved particularly well suited to this approach. Its tightly connected square links provided a structured foundation that could be textured without compromising flexibility, allowing jewellers to create chains whose surfaces appeared almost woven rather than assembled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2906\" data-end=\"3191\"\u003eToday, one gram jewellery continues this tradition by making heritage-inspired Indian jewellery more widely accessible. Manufactured in India, the Maharani Zari Necklace preserves the visual language of traditional gold craftsmanship while embracing contemporary production techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3193\" data-end=\"3196\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3198\" data-end=\"3213\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3215\" data-end=\"3319\"\u003eThe Maharani Zari Necklace is constructed from a \u003cstrong data-start=\"3264\" data-end=\"3279\"\u003ecopper base\u003c\/strong\u003e with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"3287\" data-end=\"3318\"\u003eone gram gold plated finish\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3321\" data-end=\"3515\"\u003eUnlike \u003cstrong data-start=\"3328\" data-end=\"3344\"\u003egold vermeil\u003c\/strong\u003e, which requires sterling silver beneath the gold layer, this necklace uses copper as its foundation and is therefore correctly classified as \u003cstrong data-start=\"3486\" data-end=\"3501\"\u003egold plated\u003c\/strong\u003e, not vermeil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3517\" data-end=\"3841\"\u003eIts textured box chain construction is formed from closely connected square links that create a flexible, structured profile. The fine surface detailing produces the characteristic woven appearance that inspired the necklace's name, allowing light to reflect gently across the chain rather than from broad polished surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3843\" data-end=\"4020\"\u003eManufactured in India, the necklace belongs to the demi-fine jewellery category, offering the appearance of traditional gold jewellery while remaining suitable for regular wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4022\" data-end=\"4025\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"4027\" data-end=\"4042\"\u003eHow It Wears\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4044\" data-end=\"4330\"\u003eThe structured box chain gives the necklace a balanced, comfortable drape while the textured finish produces a subtle shimmer with movement. Unlike highly polished chains that reflect light from broad surfaces, the Zari Necklace creates depth through hundreds of finely textured facets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4332\" data-end=\"4600\"\u003eIts decorative profile makes it particularly effective as a standalone necklace, while its balanced proportions also allow it to layer naturally with smoother chain styles. It complements both contemporary wardrobes and traditional Indian attire with equal confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4602\" data-end=\"4605\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"4607\" data-end=\"4618\"\u003eBest For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4620\" data-end=\"4770\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4620\" data-end=\"4635\"\u003eEveryday wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4636\" data-end=\"4666\"\u003eTraditional Indian jewellery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4667\" data-end=\"4689\"\u003eWedding celebrations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4690\" data-end=\"4709\"\u003eFestive occasions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4710\" data-end=\"4727\"\u003eStandalone wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4728\" data-end=\"4738\"\u003eLayering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4739\" data-end=\"4770\"\u003eHeritage-inspired collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4772\" data-end=\"4775\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"4777\" data-end=\"4794\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4796\" data-end=\"5111\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4796\" data-end=\"4822\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"4798\" data-end=\"4813\"\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maharani\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4823\" data-end=\"4849\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"4825\" data-end=\"4835\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zari Necklace\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4850\" data-end=\"4894\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"4852\" data-end=\"4875\"\u003eChain Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Textured Box Chain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4895\" data-end=\"4938\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"4897\" data-end=\"4910\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e One Gram Gold Plated Copper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4939\" data-end=\"4963\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"4941\" data-end=\"4956\"\u003eBase Metal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Copper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4964\" data-end=\"5000\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"4966\" data-end=\"4978\"\u003ePlating:\u003c\/strong\u003e One Gram Gold Plating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5001\" data-end=\"5036\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"5003\" data-end=\"5026\"\u003eJewellery Category:\u003c\/strong\u003e Demi-Fine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5037\" data-end=\"5054\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5039\" data-end=\"5054\"\u003eNot Vermeil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5055\" data-end=\"5090\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"5057\" data-end=\"5084\"\u003eCountry of Manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5091\" data-end=\"5111\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"5093\" data-end=\"5109\"\u003eAtlas Grade:\u003c\/strong\u003e C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"5113\" data-end=\"5116\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"5118\" data-end=\"5125\"\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5127\" data-end=\"5489\"\u003eGold-plated jewellery benefits from thoughtful care to preserve its finish. Remove the necklace before bathing, swimming or exercising, and avoid prolonged contact with perfumes, cosmetics and household chemicals. After wear, wipe the chain gently with a soft microfibre cloth to remove oils and store it separately to minimise abrasion against harder jewellery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"5491\" data-end=\"5494\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"5496\" data-end=\"5512\"\u003eArchive Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5514\" data-end=\"5742\"\u003eThe finest Indian craftsmanship has often blurred the boundary between jewellery and textiles. Zari embroidery transformed silk through thousands of tiny strands of gold, creating beauty through repetition rather than spectacle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5744\" data-end=\"5934\"\u003eThe Maharani Zari Necklace follows the same philosophy. Its surface rewards closer inspection, revealing texture where others rely on ornament and craftsmanship where others seek decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5936\" data-end=\"6103\"\u003eIt remains a reminder that enduring design is often built from the patient repetition of small details, each contributing quietly to something far greater than itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"6105\" data-end=\"6108\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"6110\" data-end=\"6131\"\u003eArchive References\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"6133\" data-end=\"6318\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"6133\" data-end=\"6158\"\u003eThe Maharani Collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"6159\" data-end=\"6197\"\u003eThe History of Indian Gold Jewellery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"6198\" data-end=\"6232\"\u003eUnderstanding One Gram Jewellery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"6233\" data-end=\"6262\"\u003eGold Plated vs Gold Vermeil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"6263\" data-end=\"6297\"\u003eCaring for Gold-Plated Jewellery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"6298\" data-end=\"6318\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003eChain Length Guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Atlas Foundry","offers":[{"title":"GOLD \/ 24 INCH","offer_id":48726239608986,"sku":"SE_1324 INCHGOLD","price":50.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/5079\/2602\/files\/getpubthumb_3f1c6d6b-7504-4682-844b-c92a3f4d396c.jpg?v=1783851290","url":"https:\/\/atlasfoundry.com.au\/products\/one-gram-gold-plated-copper-traditional-designer-neck-chain-for-women","provider":"Atlas Foundry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}