Imitation Jewellery Price in India: What Each Piece Costs

Ask how much imitation jewellery costs in India and the honest answer is that the piece matters far more than the label. A pair of studs and a full bridal set can sit in completely different price bands even though both are called imitation jewellery. So instead of a vague market average, this guide uses the listed prices on our own store, measured on 7 October 2026 across 786 jewellery listings, with decor items left out. You will find a typical range for each kind of piece, what pushes a price up or down, and how to shop to a budget.

How much does imitation jewellery cost in India?

At Saloni, most pieces cost well under Rs 2,000. Across 786 listed jewellery pieces as of October 2026, 205 are under Rs 500, 431 are under Rs 1,000 and 666 are under Rs 2,000, while 75 are above Rs 3,000. These are Saloni's own listed prices, rounded, and not a market-wide figure, because other sellers price differently.

Below, a typical range means the band where most listings of that type fall, leaving out the cheapest and the dearest few. The very lowest price is quoted separately where it helps. The spread is wide because the range of pieces is wide: a small stud or finger ring sits at the low end, a necklace set with matching earrings sits in the middle, and a large bridal set with many pieces sits at the top.

If you already have a number in mind, start from our jewellery under Rs 500 and jewellery under Rs 1000 collections, which are built around those two price points. Prices change over time, so treat every figure in this guide as a sense of scale and check the product page before you decide.

Artificial jewellery price list: what each type costs at Saloni

This price list uses Saloni's own listed prices in October 2026, rounded, with decor items left out. The typical range is the band where most listings of that type fall, so the cheapest and the dearest few are left out. It is not a market-wide rate, and the product page is always the final word.

What can I buy with a Rs 500, Rs 1000 or Rs 2000 jewellery budget?

If you are shopping to a total budget rather than a type, these price points are a starting point. Under Rs 500 there are 205 listings, mostly stud earrings, small earrings, finger rings and maang tikka; see jewellery under Rs 500. Under Rs 1,000 there are 431 listings, which adds jhumkas, mangalsutra, many bangles and lighter sets; see jewellery under Rs 1000. Under Rs 2,000 there are 666 listings, and most choker and necklace sets start to appear. Set your total first, then spend most of it on one statement piece.

What do imitation earrings cost?

Most earring listings at Saloni sit between about Rs 440 and Rs 1,000, with a median of about Rs 580 and the lowest at about Rs 140 (278 listings, October 2026). Within that, the type of earring makes the difference.

Stud earrings are the most affordable: most of the 151 listed sit between about Rs 440 and Rs 690, and the lowest is about Rs 140. You can browse them in studs and tops. Jhumkas and jhumkis (58 listings) mostly sit between about Rs 580 and Rs 950, with a median near Rs 630 and the lowest near Rs 320.

Chandelier earrings (43 listings) cover a much wider band, mostly between about Rs 580 and Rs 1,790, with a median near Rs 1,260 and the lowest near Rs 270. They are larger and usually carry more stones, which is why they cost more than a plain stud. To compare every style in one place, open all earrings.

What do necklace sets and chokers cost?

Necklaces and necklace sets are where prices spread the most. Across 201 listings, most sit between about Rs 1,160 and Rs 4,470, with a median near Rs 1,790 and the lowest at about Rs 320.

Choker necklace sets (149 listings) mostly sit between about Rs 1,110 and Rs 4,830, with a median near Rs 1,630 and the lowest at about Rs 580. Sets that include a maang tikka (108 listings) sit higher, mostly between about Rs 1,210 and Rs 5,780, with a median near Rs 3,000, because you are buying an extra piece. Pearl and moti necklaces (65 listings) form a tighter band, mostly between about Rs 1,370 and Rs 2,260, with a median near Rs 1,630.

The top of these ranges is pulled up by large bridal sets, which bring many pieces together and cost more than a simple choker. If you want a set that stays near the middle of the range, look at the plain and medium-size designs in choker sets first.

What do bridal sets cost?

Bridal sets cost more than everyday jewellery because they combine more pieces and are larger and more detailed. As a reference point, necklace sets with a maang tikka mostly sit between about Rs 1,210 and Rs 5,780 at Saloni, with a median near Rs 3,000, and big bridal sets with many pieces can go higher still.

Do not judge a bridal budget by one number. Decide first which pieces you need, such as the necklace, earrings, tikka and bangles, then price each piece on its own page. Our imitation bridal jewellery guide explains what a bridal set usually includes and how to choose for each function, which makes it easier to decide where to spend and where to save.

What do bangles, mangalsutra, rings and anklets cost?

Bangles and bracelets (74 listings) mostly sit between about Rs 900 and Rs 1,580, with a median near Rs 1,210 and the lowest at about Rs 530. Mangalsutra (43 listings) sit in a narrow band, mostly between about Rs 690 and Rs 1,420, with a median near Rs 1,260 and the lowest at about Rs 630.

Finger rings (82 listings) are among the most affordable pieces: most sit between about Rs 320 and Rs 1,000, with a median near Rs 580 and the lowest near Rs 230. A single maang tikka (42 listings) mostly sits between about Rs 370 and Rs 630, with a median near Rs 530 and the lowest near Rs 150.

Payal and anklets (16 listings) mostly sit between about Rs 1,050 and Rs 1,890, with a median near Rs 1,530 and the lowest near Rs 950. That is only a small group of listings, so treat that range loosely and check the exact piece.

What makes one piece cost more than another?

Five things matter most: weight, stones, plating, the number of pieces in the set and how detailed the design is. A heavier piece uses more metal, a piece with many stones needs more setting work, and a set with a necklace, earrings and tikka costs more than a single pair of earrings. A fine, intricate design takes more work than a plain one, even at the same weight.

Stone style shows up clearly in the numbers. Kundan pieces (292 listings) mostly sit between about Rs 740 and Rs 2,260, with a median near Rs 1,370, while American diamond pieces (88 listings) mostly sit between about Rs 440 and Rs 1,030, with a median near Rs 440. The plating and the base metal play a part too, and Saloni also stocks some genuine sterling silver, which usually costs more than a similar plated piece because it is real silver. Read what imitation jewellery is made of for the materials behind these differences.

Why is imitation jewellery cheaper than real gold jewellery?

The materials are different. Most Saloni pieces are brass or alloy with a thin gold or silver plating and man-made stones, while gold jewellery is priced on the value of the gold it contains. That is why an imitation necklace set and a real gold one can sit in completely different price bands. We do not compare our prices with gold jewellery, because the two are bought for different reasons: imitation jewellery for the look, for an outfit or an occasion, and gold for its metal value. Genuine sterling silver pieces, which Saloni also stocks, are priced differently from plated ones.

Is cheap imitation jewellery worth buying?

Yes, for the right purpose. A low price suits a trendy stud, a ring or a pair of earrings you will wear for one outfit or one season, as long as you know what you are buying. It is a weaker choice when you want a piece to wear every day for years, or one that carries a lot of sentiment, because plated jewellery needs gentle care whatever it costs.

Before you buy a low-price piece, check the material line on the page, the plating colour across several photos, the size or weight, the clasp or hook, and the delivery and refund terms. Our guide to checking imitation jewellery quality walks through each point. A low price is a good deal only if the photos and details on the page match what you want.

How can I shop to a budget?

Set a total first, then split it across pieces. A sensible way is to put the largest share into one statement piece, usually the necklace set, and keep earrings, bangles and rings modest. For daily wear, two or three simple pieces will do more for you than one costly set that stays in the box.

The two price-band collections, Under Rs 500 and Under Rs 1000, are the quickest filter, and stud earrings and many finger rings sit in the lower bands. If you are buying for someone else, our list of imitation jewellery gift ideas under Rs 1000 narrows the choice by person and occasion.

Where can I check current prices?

The product page is the final word. The prices in this guide are Saloni's listed prices as of October 2026, rounded, and they change, so always read the price on the page you are about to buy. Shipping is free across India, orders are dispatched in 1-2 days and delivery takes 4-15 days, so there is no separate shipping charge to add.

For a question about a particular piece, message us on WhatsApp at +91 98705 89560 or visit the showroom at F 80/81/82 Hi Life, Phirozshah Mehta Road, Santacruz West, Mumbai. Refunds apply to damaged, defective or wrong items reported within 2 days of delivery, so open your parcel soon after it arrives.

Browse all our designs, bridal jewellery sets and bangles and bracelets to compare prices side by side.

Shop by budget: jewellery under Rs 300, earrings under Rs 500, stud earrings under Rs 500, finger rings under Rs 500, jhumkas under Rs 1000, kundan earrings under Rs 1000, pearl jewellery under Rs 1000, mangalsutra under Rs 1000, bangles under Rs 1000, choker sets under Rs 1000, choker sets under Rs 2000, necklace sets under Rs 1500 and bridal jewellery sets under Rs 3000.