How was it made? Kundan Setting – Earring | V&A

This film, shot in workshops in Mumbai and Jaipur, shows a jewellery craftsman kundan setting diamonds in an enamelled gold earring. By using pure, soft, 24-carat gold (kundan), the goldsmith can set gemstones directly into fragile enamelled surfaces. Kundan setting is the technique most closely associated with the jewelled arts of the Mughal emperors, who held court in the 16th century. The technique is still used in traditional Indian jewellery making. Watch more 'How was it Made?' films: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLe2ihXndm5js7ANCTaZ26aocPKe74M8XJ See more in our Jewellery collection: https://www.vam.ac.uk/collections/jewellery