Why Our Ancestors Wore Silver, Gold, and Copper?
Indian jewellery isn’t just for beauty, it's ancient science. Gold gives energy, silver calms, and copper purifies the body.
Have you ever wondered why Indian women wear silver anklets and kings wear gold crowns?
It wasn’t just about beauty or wealth, it was science and tradition combined. Ancient Indians believed every metal carried energy and had a purpose for health and balance.
According to Ayurveda, the body holds prana life energy. Metals like gold, silver, and copper help this energy flow smoothly. Silver, for example, is cooling and calming. That’s why it’s worn below the waist as anklets, toe rings, or waist chains. It helps reduce period pain, calm nerves, balance hormones, and promote better sleep. Even today, silver is used in hospitals for its antibacterial power.
Gold, linked to the Sun, gives energy and confidence. It’s worn above the waist as earrings, bangles, and necklaces to boost mood, focus, and vitality. Kings wore gold not just to look royal, but to feel strong and alert.
Copper, the metal of fire, purifies and energizes the body. Worn as bracelets or rings, it helps with digestion and joint pain. Drinking water from copper bottles (Tamra Jal) is still a common Ayurvedic practice.
The body is like a wire, energy flows through it. Gold at the top boosts energy, silver below cools it, and copper at the joints balances it. Even temple designs followed this same principle.
So next time you wear jewellery, remember it’s not just decoration. It’s ancient Indian science keeping you healthy and balanced.
