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Golden Dhokra Tortoise with Coin | Handmade Turtle Figurine for Good Luck

Golden Dhokra Tortoise with Coin | Handmade Turtle Figurine for Good Luck

₹. 585.00
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Product Description

Invite prosperity, stability, and ancient wisdom into your home with this exquisite Golden Dhokra Tortoise with Coin, a beautifully handcrafted bronze turtle figurine symbolizing good luck and longevity. Created using the age-old dhokra casting method, this artwork carries forward a metallurgical tradition dating back to the Bronze Age / Indus–Saraswati Valley Civilization (5000–10000 BC).
Crafted in the exceptionally rare Golden Dhokra technique, the figurine radiates a warm brass tone, making it a distinguished golden tortoise and an elegant turtle showpiece for home décor. The coin held in the mouth represents abundance and financial well-being, a belief deeply rooted in Indian culture and turtle art traditions.
Each piece is individually handmade using scrap alloys, embracing natural, eco-friendly, and sustainable practices. Sculpted by skilled tribal artisans in a remote village of Odisha, surrounded by pristine forests and rivers, this dhokra sculpture reflects authenticity, patience, and deep cultural heritage.
Inspired by forms such as the star tortoise and Indian tortoise, this tortoise turtle artwork blends symbolism with rustic elegance. Ideal as a turtle craft collectible, turtle figurine for Vastu-inspired interiors, or a meaningful gift, it stands apart from mass-produced décor and commercial tortoise for sale items found elsewhere.
A timeless representation of prosperity, balance, and tradition—crafted through true dhokra metal craft.

Key Features

Ancient Lost-Wax Casting Technique: Made using the traditional Dhokra lost-wax metal casting process — one of the oldest metalworking methods in India, practiced for over 5,000 years.

Handmade by Tribal Artisans: Crafted entirely by hand by tribal metalworkers (often from Bastar in Chhattisgarh, Odisha, West Bengal and nearby regions), making each piece unique.

Metal Alloy (Bronze/Brass): Made with a mix of brass/bronze (often bell metal with copper, zinc and sometimes nickel), known for durability and a warm metallic tone.

Antique/Hand-Patted Patina: May appear aged or darkened naturally or through finishing processes to give it an antique or tribal appearance.

Decoration Piece: Ideal as a home/office décor accent, placed on shelves, mantelpieces, cabinets or display niches.

Conversation Starter: Its storytelling design evokes interest and cultural appreciation, making it great for ethnic and eclectic interior themes.

Material

Bronze

Shipping and Return

Estimated delivery:

  1. For in hand inventory: 7-10 days
  2. When inventory is not in hand:
  • Preparation time: 10-15 days
  • Delivery: 15-25 days (including preparation time)

Returns

  1. You have a 10-day window to request a return after receiving your item. For eligibility, the item must be in its original condition, unused, with intact tags and packaging. You can start the return process from your account on Indie-kaarigari.
  2. If your return is approved, we'll furnish you with a return shipping label and detailed instructions for sending the package. Upon arrival at our facility, our quality team will review the contents. Once approved, we'll initiate your refund. Please allow up to 10 working days for the refund process to be completed.
  3. We only facilitate returns for items that are defective or were incorrectly shipped.

Item Condition

New

Color

Golden

Disclaimer

Having been completely hand-made manually, there is a small chance of slight imperfection due to human error. But those very imperfections are a sign of authentic handmade products.
Colour may vary slightly due to variations in lighting conditions.

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