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title: "Traditional Gold Jewellery Revamp | Modern Heirloom Restyling"
description: "Revamp your heirloom gold without melting it. I transform traditional gold sets into modern, wearable jewellery. Let’s keep your family's heritage alive today."
canonical: https://mytribe.in/gewelsbymona/heirloom-jewellery-redesign-remodelling/traditional-gold-modern-soul
last_updated: 2025-09-30
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# Traditional Gold, Modern Soul

Tribe Verified · Revamping heirloom gold across India

By [Gewels by Mona](https://mytribe.in/gewelsbymona) · Studio in Gamdevi, Mumbai; Consultations and delivery across India · ₹12K Per Article (estimate)

Part of [Heirloom Jewellery Redesign & Remodelling](https://mytribe.in/gewelsbymona/heirloom-jewellery-redesign-remodelling). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/gewelsbymona/heirloom-jewellery-redesign-remodelling/gallery)

Don't let your heirloom pieces sit forgotten in a locker. I help you reimagine your traditional 22kt gold jewellery into something you will love to wear, keeping the soul of the original piece alive.

## Photos and videos

- [Video: We revamped this client's old Chandan Haar for her daughter's wedding. By adding polki pieces, emeralds, and lotus motifs, we made it elegant and new, and even resized her tight bangles to fit perfectly.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/16e4bc04-33e8-4dfc-9198-a5d08988498d)
- [Video: Old gold, new soul. We took a client's old gold necklace and transformed it into a heavy and festive Panch Lada Haar, enhancing it with intricate pearls, green stones, and polki.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f3b63c65-6e67-4ddc-b654-180d7fc63c7c)
- [Video: Don't break your old Chandan Haars! We can recreate them. Here, we added colorful parrots and Navratna motifs to one, and temple jewellery pieces with Gutta Pusalu pearls to another for a royal look.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/204d37f0-0fcd-4941-bffc-420a6603f04f)
- [Video: In part two of our Chandan Haar series, we showcase more transformations. We've added polki pieces, auspicious paisley motifs, and even combined a pendant to create heavy, festive looks perfect for weddings.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a3cc039a-f2da-466c-870f-f7f97002f39f)
- [Video: Inspired by Shabana Azmi and Genelia's style, our client from Hyderabad sent her old 22kt gold jewellery to be revamped into the Gutta Pusalu style, which features bunches of heavy rice pearls.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d968de06-1282-4bbc-aede-902e476d31a6)
- [Video: Shloka Mehta was seen wearing a traditional Mandaliya set, a design found in many Hindu households. Here are some of the best Mandaliya revamps we've done, giving them a modern and wearable look.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/629225a2-e1a5-4981-b647-4bacb644ddff)
- [Video: From Nani's old gold to her granddaughter's wedding. We used an old bangle and coins to create a beautiful long necklace and matching earrings, carrying the sentiments of three generations.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/222e462f-f5ec-4f56-99f6-5dacfd02229b)
- [Video: Nani's gold gets a Gen Z glam-up. We took an old gold set from a Bangalore client and enhanced it with rose quartz beads and a contrast of blue stones, creating a trendy and modern piece.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/95114417-f880-42e4-bcd4-d91a3f992f84)
- [Video: Revamped, reinvented, and reworn with pride. This old necklace from a Baroda client was transformed into an elaborate festive piece with a dholki element, green stones, and polkis.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/104f9141-f7f9-44cb-9ed6-28065c3cf5d2)
- [Video: Small changes, significant impact. We dismantled this client's old 22kt gold set and re-strung the pieces onto a rich tourmaline mala to perfectly complement her outfit.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f7851eeb-b048-4126-bfb6-86a20a219d37)
- [Video: We gave this traditional 22kt gold necklace a modern look without melting anything. By simply repositioning the pieces and adding a statement polki pendant, we created a fresh, new set.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/09e299be-2337-46d1-9e8d-aebf74577ee5)
- [Video: With gold prices rising, why buy new? We took a simple old gold chain and enhanced it with a beautiful polki pendant, carved stone, and pearls to create a stunning new statement set.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/54c76778-f362-4c00-aa18-c1e7e998111e)
- [Video: From traditional to modern. We revamped a client's old 22kt gold jaali necklace with intricate pearls and transformed a single ill-fitting bangle into a set of two new ones with a thick pearl jaali.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/77fccef9-0662-45db-b3e4-987f977734ee)
- [Video: Our client Sheena was very happy with how we transformed her traditional 22kt gold necklace. By reimagining the design, we turned it into a statement pendant necklace she can now wear with joy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/660da3e5-debf-4a1c-bee2-e2795885f0b8)
- [Video: Inspired by Nita Ambani's traditional look, we recreated a similar design using our client's old 22kt gold chain. We enhanced it with Gutta Pusalu pearls to create a stunning masterpiece.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/688005f1-6e76-46fa-b0af-85933fb22957)
- [Video: You cannot miss this revamp. We took a client's unused old jewellery and transformed it into a smart festive wear piece, enhanced with Russian emeralds and crafted entirely in 22-karat gold.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0fcee2ac-1493-433e-a51a-22583b83f1f3)
- [Video: Tradition with a modern twist. This client's elegant old 22kt gold necklace was given a contemporary upgrade with a customized polki pendant, beautifully enhanced with vibrant rubies.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/31e4c1a9-22d8-45a9-b567-4f281427c8fd)
- [Video: Two old 22kt gold necklaces become one statement piece. This is a great example of how combining unused jewellery can result in something completely new and exciting.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0788f64a-af28-425d-b234-c0fd984b7dd1)
- [Video: These old 22kt gold heirloom pieces were reimagined into a modern necklace. We created a custom elephant pendant and adorned it with intricate pearls, creating a piece to be cherished for generations.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b0dbc660-c2c9-4b0c-984e-84e5b98d4d00)
- [Video: A client's traditional jewellery, long unused in a locker, was transformed into this stunning Temple Jewellery set. We customized a 22kt gold pendant with carved rubies for a divine look.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6264fa45-1267-445e-88ae-3a7fa2168a3b)
- [Video: We transformed a simple old 22kt gold chain into a heavier-looking necklace set using the famous South Indian Gutta Pusalu concept, which refers to a beautiful bunch of rice pearls.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/498f42b6-c506-4fbe-a493-5181490b9c31)
- [Video: Breathing new life into an heirloom piece. We transformed this simple old 22kt gold necklace into an elaborate one, just by creative stringing and design, without adding any extra gold.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4b3255a9-4a1f-401b-b486-6b232274635e)
- [Video: We combined a client's three old necklaces to create one elaborate new piece. By adding 22-karat gold coins and stringing them with green beads, we created a rich and unique design.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/69b4f36c-79ee-4c91-8bb6-621fe28f1bcc)
- [Video: From boring to beautiful, as our client Sona Ji said. We transformed her old gold set by enhancing it with carved aventurine, tourmalines, and a kundan center, all in 22-karat gold.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8e4faa14-ac88-4493-8ffc-5dfbcf152892)
- [Video: An overseas client sent us her traditional 22kt gold necklace. We transformed it into a high-collared hasli choker, attaching intricate kundan pieces and pearls for a beautiful, modern look her daughter loves.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e2b86378-2e8d-4da1-b82f-4265929e5490)
- [Video: A stunning transformation. We gave our client's 22kt old gold neckpiece a modern twist by enhancing it with Moissanite Polki pieces and stringing it with raw corals for a statement look.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/74ba5dc6-e4c0-4658-928c-2305c8e4ad51)
- [Video: We converted this traditional gold set into a modern choker for our client's daughter. By separating the main pieces and placing them on green aventurine strings, we created a fresh, wearable design.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/30c5563f-bb3f-410f-ac3d-779105e092ec)
- [Video: An old 22kt gold pendant and earrings were reborn into this stunning, elaborate necklace. This transformation shows how vintage charm can be blended with modern elegance for a completely new look.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a6d9f6a2-f0da-478b-b952-b53ef674226a)
- [Video: We gave this client's old 22kt gold necklace a heavier look for a family function. By adding a chunky pendant and creative motifs, we breathed new life into her beloved jewellery.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e497b686-402b-4b7c-a835-6fb987ef7e9a)
- [Video: A client didn't like wearing her old traditional 22kt gold necklace set anymore. We transformed it by creating a thick double-layer neckline with contrasting green strands and creative ruby pieces.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/81f1a776-ac5b-42e0-bd22-9d3821399cfb)

## About Traditional Gold, Modern Soul

We don't melt your gold. Instead, we dismantle your traditional pieces, clean them, and reassemble them with modern additions like pearls, Russian emeralds, or polki. This process keeps the original gold and its history intact, allowing us to turn a heavy, dated set into a fresh, wearable piece that fits your current wardrobe and style.

For many of us, traditional jewellery like Chandan Haars, Mandaliya sets, or temple jewellery are more than just accessories—they are family history. However, these pieces often stay in lockers because they don't suit modern outfits. My approach is to bridge that gap. 

Whether you have an old necklace that feels too rigid or a set of bangles that just don't fit anymore, we have a way to fix it. We focus on structural remodelling rather than melting. We can take apart a single, heavy Chandan Haar and distribute those elements into a multi-strand necklace, or combine mismatched gold items into one cohesive, festive set. 

If you have a specific look in mind—perhaps inspired by something you saw at a wedding or a celebrity’s traditional style—we can work with that. We use techniques like hand-woven pearl jaali and re-stringing with semi-precious beads to change the silhouette of the piece entirely. 

My studio in Gamdevi, Mumbai, handles these transformations for clients across India. The process is transparent; we sketch ideas, choose the best gemstone accents, and then my artisans bring it to life. This is about making sure you can wear your blessings, not just store them. If you have a piece that feels too 'heavy' or 'traditional' for today, tell me about it, and let’s see how we can give it a new soul.

## About Gewels by Mona

Hi, I’m Mona. I believe traditional jewellery carries stories that shouldn't stay locked away. I work with you to transform those forgotten pieces into styles you will actually wear, keeping the original gold and its history intact.

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