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Firozabad glass bangles

South Asia tradition · 5 examples · indicative market tier: Under $500 (entry level & living craft)

Firozabad (Hindustani pronunciation: [fɪɾoːzaːbaːd̪]) is a city near Agra in Firozabad district in the state of Uttar Pradesh in India. It is the centre of India's glassmaking industry and is known for the quality of the bangles and glassware produced here. During the reign of Akbar, revenue was brought through the city, which was looted by the Afghans. Wikipedia →

Types & examples

Bangle
Bangle, 1000–300 BCE
The Met
Firozabad UP 2
Firozabad UP 2
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Firozabad railway station 2
Firozabad railway station 2
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Firozabad railway station
Firozabad railway station
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Firozabad block Jalupura
Firozabad block Jalupura
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