ORNAMENTS, THEIR MATERIALS, AND THE PURPOSE THEY POSSESS—THE KUSHAN AND THE GUPTA PERIOD.

Abstract

Both archaeological and literary sources reflect that humans have adorned various ornaments since ancient times. Men, women, and children wore these ornaments on their necks, wrists, ankles, and other body parts. Ornaments signified a symbol of beauty and prosperity. The social status of men and women was also reflected by the ornaments.

This study investigates the kind of materials used in making such ornaments and their different styles. It is relevant to know the material, as material reflects the prosperity of society. Superstitions and rituals are also associated with the use of ornaments. The beauty symbol served various purposes as we investigated and reflected on relevant information about the ideologies prevalent in society.

In effect, the study is intended to provide a detailed analysis of ornaments of this vital period of the Indian subcontinent and the values that our society possesses till the present day.