Johory Bazar, Jaipur

Sugunchund & Sobhagchund - Jaipur - 1903
Noted as an exhibitor at the Delhi Exhibition of 1902-1903.
Sugunchand Sobhagchand, Jeweller and Dealer in all kinds of precious stone, Jaipur. - The special feature of this firm is their extensive transactions in gold enamelling. They have practically in fact absorbed the Jaipur enamelling craft and have all the best workmen in their employ. The principal articles exhibited by this firm are as follows :–
A cup set with large diamonds, emeralds, pearls, and rubies, R600,000. A gold belt set with large diamonds, R300,000. A diamond necklace, R300,000. A pair of bracelets set with large diamonds and rubies, R75,000. A pearl necklace, R125,000. A two row pearl necklace, R150,000. A two row emerald necklace, R75,000. A gold enamelled tea set, R10,000. A gold enamelled picture frame, R5,000. An enamelled bottle case, R3,000. A green diamond ring, R20,000. A large pearl aigrette, R25,000. Large pearls valued at R55,000. A large assortment of lockets, bangles, rings, etc., in gold enamel.
Source: Indian Art at Delhi - Being the Official Catalogue of the Delhi Exhibition, 1902-1903 - Sir George Watt Kt., CLE., M,B, CM., etc., - 1903
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