Uttarakhand: Old Coins Adorn Mountain Jewelry, Preserving Rich Heritage

• In Uttarakhand's high mountains, especially Chamoli, Bhotia tribe women still wear necklaces (Sikka Mala/Rupalli Mala) made of old 50 and 25 paise coins.
• This unique tradition preserves a forgotten era, strengthening the region's distinct cultural identity and heritage.
• The coin jewelry symbolizes the Bhotia tribe's glorious trading history with Tibet and their economic prosperity.
• It serves as a beautiful way to preserve these vanishing coins and transfer cultural heritage from older to younger generations.
• Young women proudly wear these 'heritage jewels' during local fairs and festivals, keeping the tradition alive.