Girnari Heritage Gold Necklace Set with Maangtikka

The Girnari is a gold collar necklace set in an antique heritage finish, with a matching pair of flower-shaped drop earrings and a maangtikka. It is the complete three-piece traditional look in one box, so the necklace, earrings and tikka match exactly without any hunting around.

What makes this one different
Most statement necklaces rely on stones for their drama. The Girnari uses none. Every part of it is worked metal: rows of shaped gold beads, bands of small patterned motifs, a fine rope-twist border, and a deep fringe of tiny gold ball drops along the lower edge that moves when you move. Because there is no stone colour to match, it goes with almost any outfit colour, which makes it one of the most useful pieces to own for a wedding season where every function is a different colour.

What heritage finish means
At Peacoski, Heritage is our name for gold-tone jewellery finished in a softer, antique gold polish instead of a bright mirror shine. The low sheen lets the texture show, so each bead and ridge catches the light on its own, and it gives the piece the look of jewellery that has been in the family for years. If you love the look of your mother's or grandmother's gold, this is the finish closest to it.

The set
The necklace is a wide collar that sits close to the base of the neck and fastens with an adjustable dori, finished with small white bead details near the ties. The earrings have flower-shaped tops with a ball-drop fringe and push-back fastenings. The maangtikka repeats the same flower head and fringe on a slim gold chain, so all three pieces read as one design.

Dimensions

• Polish: Antique gold
• Color: Gold
• Necklace Length: __(L)*__(B)cm
• Earrings Size: __(L)*__(B)cm
• Maangtikka Size: __(L)*__(B)cm
• Material: Brass
• Unit: 1 necklace, 1 pair of earrings, 1 maangtikka
• Closure: Adjustable dori
• Earring Back: Push-back

Materials, stated plainly
The Girnari is made with a brass base metal finished in an antique gold polish. There are no stones in this set; the whole design is in the metalwork. It is premium fashion jewellery, not real gold, and it is priced accordingly, which also means you can wear it to a crowded wedding or pack it for a destination function without the worry that comes with real gold.

Where and how to wear it
This is a wedding and festive piece. It is made for the pheras, a family puja, a sangeet in traditional wear, Diwali, Navratri and Karva Chauth, and it is a natural choice for the bride's or groom's family and for wedding guests who want a classic, all-gold look. It looks especially rich with silk sarees such as Kanjivaram and Banarasi, and with lehengas, anarkalis and heavy suits.

Because the collar sits at the base of the neck, it works best with round, sweetheart, V and boat necklines, where there is open skin for it to sit on. It is not the right choice for a high-neck or collared blouse, as the two will fight for the same space. For outfit colours, it is lovely against red, maroon, bottle green, mustard, royal blue, pink, ivory and black. Wear all three pieces for a full traditional look, or leave the maangtikka off for a lighter, less bridal feel. It is too grand for office wear or a western cocktail outfit.

Not sure how it will look in person?
Book a live video call with our team before you order. We will show you the Girnari up close, turn it in the light so you can see the antique finish and the fringe, and answer any questions you have.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Girnari necklace set made of real gold?
No. It has a brass base metal with an antique gold polish. It is premium fashion jewellery and is never sold as real gold.

What comes in the set?
One collar necklace, one matching pair of earrings and one matching maangtikka.

Does this set have any stones?
No. The Girnari has no stones. The design is created entirely through the metalwork, beads and ball-drop fringe.

What is a heritage finish?
It is an antique gold polish with a soft, low sheen rather than a bright shine. It makes the piece look like traditional family jewellery and brings out the texture of the design.

How does the necklace fasten?
With an adjustable dori, so you can tie it higher or lower depending on your neckline.

What kind of backs do the earrings have?
Push-back fastenings.

Can I wear the necklace without the maangtikka?
Yes. Each piece can be worn on its own. Many people skip the maangtikka for a simpler look and add it for a bigger function.

Which neckline suits this necklace?
Round, sweetheart, V and boat necklines suit it best, because the collar needs some open skin at the base of the neck to sit on.

Can I wear it with a high-neck blouse?
It is not ideal. A high neck covers the area where the collar sits, so the two compete. With a high neck, a long necklace is a better choice.

Which outfit colours does it go with?
Almost all of them, because there are no stone colours to match. It looks especially rich with red, maroon, green, mustard, royal blue, pink, ivory and black.

Will it suit a silk saree?
Yes. The antique gold finish is a classic pairing with Kanjivaram, Banarasi and other silk sarees, especially those with gold zari borders.

Is this a statement piece or an everyday piece?
A statement piece. It is a wide collar with a full fringe, made for weddings, festivals and pujas rather than daily wear.

Is it suitable for a bride?
It can be part of a traditional bridal look for smaller ceremonies, but it is designed with the bride's family and wedding guests in mind.