GI Berry Maroon Solid Pashmina Shawl

A classic Pashmina shawl, hand spun and hand woven in the picturesque valley of Kashmir, is handpicked for the ladies of grace. The delicate shawl is hand spun by women of the vale and handwoven by master artisans, who put in a meticulous effort behind its making. The wrap thus created is plain in nature and colored into a deep and sensual shade of maroon and can be paired with any Indian or western outfit. It coils its proud wearer into a velvety touch. Besides being regal, the shawl is a symbol of Kashmiri heritage, a souvenir which lasts for a lifetime. About GI: Kashmiri Pashmina has been registered under the Geographical Indications (G.I) of Good Act of India on 09-12-2008. The registration is an acknowledgement of the fact that the handicraft is unique and is produced in a particular area with traditional knowledge and skills, special to the region. Kashmiri Pashmina G.I. mark labelled product has a covert (readable under UV light) and a visible unique code, which can be searched on www.kashmirpashmina.secure-ga.com to verify authenticity. Specifications for a Kashmiri Pashmina to quality for GI seal are:

1. It should be made of 100% Pashmina Fiber having a fineness of below 16 microns and obtained from the under fleece of mountain goat "Capra Hiracus".

2. Handspun on a traditional wheel (Charkha).

3. Woven by artisans traditionally and skilful developed unique handloom specific to it.