Paunchi ಪೌಂಚಿ

The Paunchi is a traditional Kodava gold ornament made with gold grains arranged in two or three recurring rows looking like jasmine buds. Its intricate construction is considered a work of art.

Paunchi is a distinctive traditional Kodava jewellery piece characterised by small gold grains arranged in two or three recurring rows of jasmine buds or jackfruit thorns. The careful arrangement and craftsmanship give the ornament an elaborate and artistic appearance

Cultural significance: The Paunchi represents the craftsmanship and artistic skill of traditional Kodava goldsmiths. Its repeated rows of gold grains create a distinctive decorative pattern that forms an important part of traditional Kodava jewellery