Editing Bangle (section)

==Types==
 
There are two basic types of bangles: a solid cylinder type; and a split, cylindrical spring opening/closing type.  The primary distinguishing factor between these is the material used to make the bangles. This may vary from anything from glass to jade to metal to [[Lac (resin)|lac]] and even rubber or plastic.

One factor that adds to the price of the bangles is the artifacts or the further work done on the metal. This includes embroidery or small glass pieces or paintings or even small hangings that are attached to the bangles. The rareness of a colour and its uniqueness also increase the value. Bangles made from lac are one of the oldest types and among the brittlest. [[Lac (resin)|Lac]] is a resinous material, secreted by insects, which is collected and moulded in hot kilns to make these bangles. Among the more recent kinds are rubber bangles, worn more like a wristband by youngsters, and plastic ones which add a trendy look.

Normally, a bangle worn by people around the world is simply an inflexible piece of jewellery worn around the wrist. However, in many cultures, especially those from [[Indian culture]]s and the broader [[Indian subcontinent]], bangles have evolved into various types in which different ones are used on different occasions.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://tamilnadu.com/fashion/bangles.html|title=Bangles|publisher=Tamilnadu.com|date=4 March 2013|access-date=14 March 2013|archive-date=18 October 2013|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131018071805/http://tamilnadu.com/fashion/bangles.html|url-status=dead}}</ref>

'''The following are some popular designs of bangles in India:-'''{Citation needed|date=May 2025}}

# Jadau Bangles (Also known as Kundan);
# Meenakari Bangles;
# Lac or Lakhs Bangles.
Bangles, in India, are usually used by married women or girls. A chura is a set of Bangles traditionally worn by a bride on her wedding day and for a period after, especially in Punjabi weddings.

Imitation bangles are becoming more popular these days because of high gold prices{{according to whom|date=May 2025}}