Chakraphula | चक्रफुल

Chakra (चक्र) — wheel / star / radial form | Phula (फुल) — flower / bloom | Pronounced: CHUK-ra PHOO-la

A handcrafted brass-alloy demi-fine sculptural drop earring cast in the three-dimensional form of a star anise flower — eight elongated pointed petals with deeply ribbed and fluted surface detail meeting at a raised central point. No stones. Pure goldwork — in 22k Gold Plated.

The Design

Chakraphula — meaning “the radial bloom” — is a study in the beauty of a single natural form rendered with complete fidelity in cast gold. The earring is a precise sculptural rendering of the star anise flower: eight elongated, pointed petals radiating outward in perfect symmetry from a raised central point, each petal surface worked with deep longitudinal ribbing and fluting that catches directional light along every rib edge, creating a continuous play of highlight and shadow across the whole form. The piece is fully three-dimensional — the petals have volume and depth, not the flatness of a stamped or pressed form — and the result is an earring that reads differently at every angle, in every light.

On the French wire fitting, the star anise form hangs just below the lobe and moves freely with the wearer. Its scale is generous — large enough to command attention as a statement piece — but its symmetrical botanical geometry keeps it clean and architectural rather than ornate. Against the ear, the warm 22k Gold Plated surface of the ribbed petals creates an immediate, unambiguous luxury impression with no stones required. The design works in the same register as a fine gold piece — it is the goldwork itself that is the jewel.

Craft & Material

Handcrafted entirely in India by highly skilled karigars, Chakraphula is made in high-quality brass alloy — anti-allergic and skin-friendly — and finished in your choice of 22k Gold Plated, 925 Silver Plated, Rose Gold Plated, or Black Rhodium Plated. Each plated finish is sealed with a protective e-coating for tarnish and wear resistance. The star anise form is cast and hand-finished — the ribbing and petal edges are refined by hand after casting. No two pieces are mechanically identical — natural minor variations in rib depth, petal surface, and finish tone are inherent to handmade production and are not defects.

Why It Sells

The star anise motif occupies a unique commercial position: it is simultaneously a botanical form, a geometric form, and a cross-cultural symbol — recognised across Indian, Southeast Asian, and European craft traditions, with strong visual resonance in the global wellness, naturalist, and luxury fashion markets. The sculptural three-dimensional casting gives the earring a perceived value that significantly exceeds its price point — buyers consistently read dimensional goldwork as fine jewellery. The absence of stones is a strength, not a limitation: it makes the earring an easy everyday wear and a clean editorial piece, and it eliminates stone-matching concerns for wholesale buyers ordering repeat stock. Four finish options allow a single design to serve multiple consumer segments and price points. The 22k Gold Plated finish delivers the visual register of fine gold jewellery at a competitive wholesale price.

Craft & Construction

• Base Metal: High-quality brass alloy — anti-allergic and skin-friendly
• Craftsmanship: Cast and hand-finished by skilled karigars of India
• Form: Three-dimensional cast star anise flower — eight elongated pointed petals with deep longitudinal ribbing and fluting, raised central point
• Stones: None — pure goldwork
• Plating: Thick-layer electroplating in 22k Gold Plated, 925 Silver Plated, Rose Gold Plated, or Black Rhodium Plated
• Finish: Warm polished 22k Gold Plated (as photographed)
• Protective Coating: E-coating applied over plating for tarnish and wear resistance
• Closure: French wire / shepherd’s hook

Product Specifications

Available Finishes

• 22k Gold Plated (as photographed)
• 925 Silver Plated
• Rose Gold Plated
• Black Rhodium Plated

All variants share the same handcrafted construction and protective e-coating.

Wholesale Supply

Chakraphula is manufactured and supplied factory-direct from India, enabling consistent quality control, competitive wholesale pricing, and reliable lead times. Low minimum order quantities are available for new trade partners; repeat supply arrangements for established accounts. Contact Narmae for current MOQ and lead time terms.

Care Instructions

• Avoid contact with perfume, deodorant, body spray, cosmetics, sanitiser, and household chemicals.
• Remove before bathing, swimming, sauna, gym activity, or sleeping.
• Wipe gently with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth after each wear.
• Store individually in an airtight pouch or soft-lined jewellery box. Do not stack pieces.
• Keep away from abrasive surfaces, direct sunlight, and high humidity.
• Handle with care to preserve the protective e-coating and finish.
• Store with an anti-tarnish strip in a cool, dry place for long-term preservation.