Kishandas & Co
Kishandas & Co is a family jeweller from Hyderabad, India, whose heritage with the Nizam's royal jewellery dates back to 1870. It makes handcrafted traditional and bespoke fine jewellery.
| Heritage since | 1870 |
|---|---|
| Base | Hyderabad, India |
| Ownership | Family run, fourth generation |
| Flagship | Begumpet, Hyderabad |
| Website | kishandas.com |
What is Kishandas & Co?
Kishandas & Co is a Hyderabad based fine jewellery house run by the same family for four generations. The business has been part of the royal jewellery heritage of the Nizams of Hyderabad since 1870 and has also served the city's business elite.
History
The family's story begins with Harlochandas and continues through his son Harikishandas and grandson Krishnadas Harikishandas, a master craftsman who still designs the jewellery. The fourth generation, Nitin and Prashant Kishandas, now work alongside him. The house opened a new flagship store in Begumpet, close to its original store in Somajiguda.
Products and positioning
Pieces are handcrafted using untreated, unheated gemstones. The range centres on traditional Hyderabadi and South Indian jewellery:
- Polki sets and rose cut diamond jewellery
- Hyderabadi pearl sets and gutta pusalu necklaces
- Pachi sets, a technique the house has worked to revive
- Temple jewellery and bespoke commissions
Why it matters
Kishandas & Co is an example of a heritage family jeweller that has kept its craft rooted in regional techniques while moving into a modern flagship format, positioning itself as a custodian of Hyderabad's jewellery traditions.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Kishandas & Co from?
Kishandas & Co is from Hyderabad, India, where it has stores in Somajiguda and Begumpet.
What is Kishandas & Co known for?
It is known for handcrafted Hyderabadi jewellery such as polki, rose cut diamond, pearl, gutta pusalu and pachi pieces, with a heritage linked to the Nizams.