Sunday 05 / January / 2025
If you are looking to buy some finest silverware, Oman is the ideal place. Silverware industries are among the most important and widespread metalwork businesses in Oman.
According to Oman’s Ministry of Tourism, “The silver industry occupies a key place in the history of Oman. Omani silver jewellery is characterised by a rich sense of the aesthetic and reflects the unique taste of the country’s authentic art, deeply rooted in its history.
“Silver in Omani society is reflective of its rich social and religious symbols. The Omani dress, whether that of women or men, is never complete without silver jewellery that adds to its beauty, especially apparent in the Omani khanjar (dagger).”
When it comes to jewellery, every region has their own styles. Most of the jewellery pieces have Filigree work done on them. Filigree is an ancient metal-work technique, used by skilled jewellers and craftsmen, to painstakingly create impossibly intricate designs using gold or silver strands which are interwoven to produce unique pieces of jewellery and decorations. Nizwa, Rustaq, Ibri and Sur are the well-known silver centres, having their own distinctive designs as well as techniques.
To buy good quality silver, one should visit the local souqs which has several shops. These shops sell goods made with pure Omani silver. Silver lamps, jewellery, khanjars and other silver souvenirs are available.
