Guides & JournalBalochi Jewellery: Traditional Designs and Names
Traditional Balochi jewellery is bold and heavy — large earrings, broad necklaces, bracelets, rings and brooches in gold and silver, made to be worn with the embroidered Balochi dress. Pieces have their own Balochi names, such as dorr for heavy earrings and tasni for a brooch that fastens the dress. Here are the traditional pieces, bridal jewellery, artificial versions and what to check when buying.
Traditional Balochi jewellery names
Names and styles vary between areas and families, so you'll hear other local names too.
| Name | What it is |
|---|---|
| Dorr | Heavy earrings, traditionally held up with fine chains |
| Tasni | A brooch used to fasten the dress at the front |
| Haar | Necklace |
| Toq | Bracelet |
| Mundrik | Finger rings |
Gold and silver
Balochi jewellery has long been made in gold and silver, often with large surfaces, hanging drops, chains and coin-like shapes. Heavy pieces were traditionally part of a family's wealth, passed down and worn at weddings and special occasions.
Balochi bridal jewellery
A Balochi bride typically wears her fullest set: large earrings, a broad necklace, bracelets and rings, paired with a heavily embroidered pashk. Many families combine inherited pieces with new ones.
Artificial Balochi jewellery
For school culture days, Baloch Culture Day, photoshoots and everyday wear, artificial Balochi-style jewellery is popular — it gives the traditional look at a fraction of the price. Keep it looking good with our guide How to Clean Artificial Jewellery at Home.
What to check when buying
Buying guide: Where to Buy Handmade Jewellery Online in Pakistan. Jewellery makers can open a free store on dapxop at dapxop.com/sell.
- Ask whether a piece is gold, silver or plated/artificial — and get it in writing for real metal.
- Check weight and clasps on heavy earrings; some need a support chain.
- Ask for close-up photos of the back and the fastenings.
- Match colours and style to your Balochi dress.
Wear it with the full outfit
Balochi jewellery is made to go with the embroidered dress — see Balochi Dress: Names, Designs and Tradition for the pashk and its embroidery.
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Frequently asked
What are the names of Balochi jewellery?
Traditional names include dorr (heavy earrings), tasni (brooch), haar (necklace), toq (bracelet) and mundrik (rings). Local names vary.
What is Balochi bridal jewellery like?
Bold and full: large earrings, a broad necklace, bracelets and rings, worn with a heavily embroidered pashk.
Is Balochi jewellery gold or silver?
Traditionally both. Artificial Balochi-style jewellery is also popular for culture days and everyday wear.
What is a tasni?
A traditional Balochi brooch used to fasten the dress at the front.
What jewellery goes with a Balochi dress?
Large earrings, a necklace, bangles or bracelets and rings — bold pieces that match the colours of the embroidery.
How do I care for artificial Balochi jewellery?
Wipe it with a soft dry cloth, keep it away from water and perfume, and store each piece separately.