Bidri is an important export handicraft of India. ‘Bidri’ is named after Bidar in Karnataka. Bidri is a metal inlay art which is developed in Bidar in the 14th Century during the rule of the Bahamani. Therefore, an art coming from such a place have signifies its cultural richness. It is a kind of Metal work in India, consisting essentially of damascening (fancy) of silver upon and some metal which is made black by coating. Bidriware is prized as a symbol of wealth.

GI Tag Number : 20

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