The Raksha Bandhan festival will take place on August 28 this year. The rise in the prices of gold and silver began to have an impact even before this festival. Previously, silver bracelets and gold jewelry were actively sold in the market, but due to the increase in prices, precious metals have become inaccessible to ordinary citizens.
Several years ago, manure bracelets appeared on the market, and this year, jewelry made from manure is also appearing. Various designs of such items are available in the market.
In the Pali area of Rajasthan state, one person has developed numerous designs of manure bracelets, necklaces, and earrings, focusing on ecological aspects. These manure products are decorated with attractive and eco-friendly flowers. They are then fashioned into bracelets by stringing them onto a thread. A special feature of these manure bracelets is that special seeds are embedded in them. This allows the bracelet to be placed in the ground after removal, where flowering plants will grow. Thus, this bracelet conveys a message of environmental protection along with the memory of the bond between brother and sister.
As part of this initiative, not only bracelets but also attractive jewelry made from manure are being created. These include neckpieces, earrings, and nose ornaments. The design of these items is so appealing that at first glance, it can be difficult to tell if they are made of gold and silver or manure.
The person selling these unique items stated that customers can order jewelry according to the design of their sari or dress. This represents an alternative approach to expensive gold and silver jewelry.
Products made from manure can be beneficial for the environment. After use, they pose no threat to the ecology. Especially the seed bracelets, which can be planted in the ground after their service life ends, leading to the appearance of a new plant. These eco-friendly and biodegradable goods can serve as a replacement for plastic and other inorganic materials during festivals.