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What is the difference between kanjivaram silk and Kanchipuram silk?
The basic difference between these sarees is their origin and their culture inspired design. The origin of Kanjivaram sarees is from Kanchipuram village in Tamil Nadu. These sarees have wide contrast borders and patterns like checks, stripes and floral. The origin of benarasi saree is rooted in Banaras or Varanasi.
Is Kanchipuram saree and Kanjivaram saree same?
The Kanchipuram and Kanjeevaram sarees are the same – Two names with the same saree type. In Tamil Nadu, Kanchipuram is woven silk from the town of Kanchipuram. Kanchipuram sarees hold a special place for weddings and special occasions in the south.
How much does a Kanchipuram saree cost?
Kanchipuram Sarees Price List
| Kanchipuram Sarees | PriceList |
|---|---|
| Blue Kanchipuram Silk Saree | ₹20,747.00 ES0078256 |
| Dark Green Kanchipuram Silk Saree With Zari Border | ₹21,081.00 ES0104006 |
| Red Kanchipuram Silk Saree | ₹29,757.00 ES0093478 |
| Henna (Mehendi) Green Kanchipuram Silk Saree With Zari Border | ₹27,776.00 ES0096248 |
What is the difference between Kanchipuram and Kanchipuram saree?
How can I know my original Kanchipuram saree?
You will find the smell similar to the smell of burnt hair or burnt leather. If it is so, you are looking at a pure Kanjivaram silk saree. If the saree has been made using artificial fibers, there will be no ash upon burning and you will see a flare that is common upon burning such fibers.
How to identify a pure Kanchipuram silk saree?
Kanchipuram zari is made of red silk thread that is twisted with a silver thread and then dipped in 22 carat pure gold. Look for a loose end of zari and on pulling if the thread is not red or any other color, you can be pretty certain that the saree is not a pure kanchipuram silk saree.
How much does a silk saree cost in India?
In general, the weight of a fully woven mysore silk saree is between 400 and 600 gm. Weavers make user of natural pigments to dye the saree. The original sarees are priced between Rs. 15,000/- to 85,000/- depending on quality. Kanchipuram silk sarees are woven from pure mulberry silk.
How to identify Zari saree?
Look for the loose end of zari in the saree. Pure zari is made of red silk thread that is twisted with a silver thread and then dipped in 22 carat pure gold.
What is a Tipu saree?
Dating back to Tipu Sultan’s reign, this is a silk saree manufactured in Karnataka characterized by gold zari and a mixture of the softest silk material. This gives it a rich texture and a natural sheen, and are hence worn during Indian festivals and weddings.