Shiv Narayan Jewellers hosts grand celebration at Hyderabad’s Taj Falaknuma Palace to celebrate 8 Guinness World Records

Actor Disha Patani walked the ramp in one of Shiv Narayan’s high jewellery pieces in evening dedicated to fashion, glamour and exquisite jewellery

Legacy jewellery brand Shiv Narayan Jewellers Pvt Ltd, has achieved 8 Guinness World Records™, becoming the first Indian jeweller to accomplish such a feat. To commemorate the occasion, a grand celebration attended by high profile dignitaries and celebrities unfolded at the Taj Falaknuma Palace in Hyderabad.

The grand event featured Bollywood’s fashion icon and actor Disha Patani who walked the ramp in one of Shiv Narayan’s high jewellery pieces. The evening unfolded as a captivating showcase of fashion, glamour, and exquisite jewellery but the highlight of the event was the unprecedented ‘Experiential Zone’– an immersive experience of the record-breaking jewels themselves. The four zones, dedicated to each of the creations, exhibited the inspirations, innovation and nuances of the pieces.

Speaking on the occasion, Tushar Agarwal, Managing Director, Shiv Narayan Jewellers Pvt Ltd, stated, “We are truly humbled to have achieved 8 Guinness World Records™ Titles. It is a huge advancement for the entire industry and we are truly grateful that our dedication, hard work and passion has been recognised at such a global level. We hope to continue to pioneer innovation in the industry and reach new heights.”

“This is the place where my ancestors have left their name. I was willing to start from the same place, this legacy, to put the lively culture of Indian jewellery on the global map. Shiv Narayan, my father’s great-grandfather was the head jeweller of the 7th Nizam Mir Osman Ali Khan, who was once upon a time the wealthiest person on the planet. Under the guidance of my father, Kamal Kishore Agarwal, three years ago, we thought of bringing something to the world from the city of pearls, which inspired me to create these masterpieces. We are proud to win 8 Guinness World Records for India and to show that our culture and Indian jewellery are still alive. I want people to see and feel the beautiful craftsmanship of India,” Agarwal added.

Agarwal added that the pieces are not for sale right now but will be showcased in several shows and may be considered for auction at some point. “Until people value it and view it, and we take it up to the world, we will not give it away,” he said.

“I wish the youngsters are inspired by Tushar’s hard work, the sixth generationjeweller, to bring these pieces to the world and make India and our family proud,” said Kamal Kishore Agarwal, Chairman, Shiv Narayan Jewellers.

Swapnil Dangarikar, Official Adjudicator, Guinness World Records who was present on the occasion, said, “They approached us a few months back with the idea of breaking this record. They had something in mind that was very concrete. We gave them the guidelines and criteria that need to be fulfilled, such as certification of the sources of each diamond on these necklaces and pendants, that they have been recognised by independent international bodies, documentation, verification and statements from witnesses. After this meticulous process was completed, then only we declared the world records.”

“The Shiv Narayan jewellery pieces that won the record title are so beautiful. I got to know about Tushar’s dreams and his passions. I am very grateful and proud to have this opportunity and witness his creations,” Disha Patani said.

ABOUT THE MASTERPIECES

The first of the four, The Ganesh Pendant, achieved the Guinness World Records™ title for The Heaviest Pendant weighing in at 1011.150 grams & The Most Diamonds Set On A Pendant (11,472). A testament to exquisite craftsmanship, the handcrafted jewel took 6.5 months to create. 

Shiv Narayan Jewellers went on to break their own record: The Ram Darbar achieved the world record for The Heaviest Pendant at 1681.820 grams and The Most Diamonds Set On A Pendant with 54,666 diamonds. It also became The Heaviest Diamond Pendant designed over 8.5 months with diamonds inscribing Sri Ram (Lord Ram) even on the back. 

The Satlada Necklace (The Seven Layer Necklace) is Shiv Narayan’s third award winning masterpiece. With 315 emeralds and 1971 fine diamonds, it now holds the records for The Most Emeralds Set On A Necklace and The Most Diamonds Set On A Necklace. The sourcing of the gemstones for this necklace alone took 2.5 years and the piece was crafted over 5.5 months. Paying homage to the ancient treasures of the Nizams, an integral part of Shiv Narayan’s heritage, The Satlada Necklace is a resplendent creation exemplifying the dedication and attention invested in each piece. 

Elevating luxury to new heights, Shiv Narayan Jewellers’ The Magnifying Glass holds an impressive value of $108,346 making it The Most Expensive Magnifying Glass.

Shiv Narayan Jewellers Pvt Ltd is a prestigious vintage and royal jewellery brand specialising in emerald jewellery. The company was started by Seth Sri Shiv Narayan Ji, the head jeweller to Mir Osman Ali Khan, the VII Nizam of Hyderabad. Since then, the brand has created many masterpieces. Today, it is in the hands of Kamal Kishore Agarwal and Tushar Agarwal, the current Chairman and Managing Director of the company.

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