For the brand, the assignment carried immense emotional and cultural significance, and reinforced its commitment to India’s temple jewellery heritage
Dehradun: Lahore Jewellers Jagdish Kapoor was recently entrusted with crafting a bespoke pearl nose pin for the deity at Shri Radha Raman Temple, Vrindavan, where it adorns the idol of Shri Radha Raman Ji.
The project was initiated by a long-time patron and devotee of Shri Radha Raman Ji, who approached the brand with the vision of offering the handcrafted ornament as ‘seva’. For Sujoy Kapoor, Partner, Lahore Jewellers Jagdish Kapoor, the assignment carried immense emotional and cultural significance. “We viewed this not as a jewellery commission but as a sacred responsibility. Seeing the nose pin adorn Shri Radha Raman Ji was a blessing for our family and artisans,” Kapoor said.
According to Kapoor, the opportunity reflects the values that have guided Lahore Jewellers Jagdish Kapoor. “This privilege isn’t measured commercially. It reflects generations of trust, consistency and commitment to preserving India’s jewellery traditions,” he said.
The nose pin was designed in collaboration with the customer. The ornament features a South Sea pearl set in a handcrafted 22-karat gold casing with traditional Kundan detailing. Every aspect, from its proportions to the materials used, was carefully considered to suit the deity’s traditional adornment.
Kapoor pointed out that creating jewellery for a revered deity also required a different design philosophy, going beyond a commercial piece. “One of the most important principles was restraint, ensuring the ornament complemented the deity’s traditional ‘shringar’ rather than drawing attention to itself. It also had to be secure, lightweight and practical for repeated adornment by the temple’s sevaits,” Kapoor shared.
This particular commission has further strengthened Lahore Jewellers Jagdish Kapoor’s approach to heritage-inspired jewellery, prompting the brand to revisit traditional motifs such as Lakshmi, Ganesha, Ram Darbar, Shiv-Nandi, the Ambi (mango), and the peacock with a renewed appreciation for their artistic and spiritual significance. Rather than treating these as decorative elements, the brand views them as expressions of India’s rich cultural heritage.
Kapoor also highlighted how traditional artistry can be combined with modern innovation. “While preserving the authenticity of these timeless motifs, we have embraced modern techniques such as electroform casting,” he said. The technique enables the brand to create intricate yet lightweight designs with enhanced detailing and greater definition of deity motifs, making heritage jewellery stronger, more comfortable, and suitable for everyday wear.
For a family business with roots dating back to 1950, such projects reinforce its legacy beyond retail. “Such projects reflect decades of trust, dedication to craftsmanship, and the privilege of being part of our customers’ most meaningful moments,” stated Kapoor, who hopes more people are encouraged to rediscover the beauty of temple and heritage jewellery.
Looking ahead, Kapoor sees collaborations with temples and heritage institutions as a meaningful way to preserve India’s traditional jewellery craftsmanship while strengthening customer trust. He believes such partnerships highlight the authenticity and expertise of jewellers while bringing centuries-old techniques and art forms to a wider audience. “The larger value lies in keeping these centuries-old crafts relevant,” Kapoor said, adding that such creations rooted in tradition can inspire a new generation to appreciate and preserve India’s rich jewellery heritage.
Lahore Jewellers Jagdish Kapoor operates one flagship store in Dehradun, Uttarakhand.
Written by Zara Fernandes
Retail Jeweller India Exclusive
