The applicants have pointed out that silver filigree as a craft has been linked to Cuttack as far back as the reign of Anangabhimadeva III in the early 13th Century. An application seeking Geographical Indication (GI) tag for the famous Cuttack Silver Filigree (Chandi Tarakasi) has been filed by the Odisha State Co-operative Handicrafts Corporation Ltd.“Filigree has been traditionally associated with fine craftsmanship and luxurious design in classical jewellery. The applicants have pointed out that silver filigree as a craft has been linked to Cuttack as far back as the reign of Anangabhimadeva III in the early 13th Century. The main components that go into making silver filigree are silver, copper, zinc and cadmium. “A GI tag for silver filigree will act as a universal mark to establish the presence of the craft in the national and international level,” Mr. Gandhi said.

Source: The Hindu July 05, 2021 19:18 UTC