Eri, or 'ahimsa' peace silk, is spun from cocoons the moth has already left, making it the only silk produced without harm. In Meghalaya it is woven as 'Ryndia' and coloured with lac, turmeric and iron-rich mud into earthy, breathable wraps.
- Region of origin:
- Meghalaya
- GI registration:
- Meghalaya Ryndia (Eri Silk)
- Materials:
- eri silk (peace silk)
- Techniques:
- hand-spinning; natural-dye weaving
- HS code (customs):
- 5007
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About Eri Silk (Ryndia)
Eri, or 'ahimsa' peace silk, is spun from cocoons the moth has already left, making it the only silk produced without harm. In Meghalaya it is woven as 'Ryndia' and coloured with lac, turmeric and iron-rich mud into earthy, breathable wraps.
- Region of origin
- Meghalaya
- GI registration
- Meghalaya Ryndia (Eri Silk)
- Materials
- eri silk (peace silk)
- Techniques
- hand-spinning; natural-dye weaving
- HS code (customs)
- 5007
How it’s made
The makers
Crafted by Khasi weavers (Ri Bhoi) of Meghalaya.
Why “GI-tagged” matters
Eri Silk (Ryndia) is registered under India’s Geographical Indication (GI) Act as “Meghalaya Ryndia (Eri Silk)”. A GI tag legally certifies that a piece genuinely originates from its traditional region and is made by its rightful artisan community — your guarantee of authenticity.
Buying Eri Silk (Ryndia) — questions, answered
- Are VedikCraft's Eri Silk (Ryndia) pieces hand-painted or prints?
- Every Eri Silk (Ryndia) piece is genuinely handmade by a named artisan — one of a kind, never a print or machine copy.
- Is this Eri Silk (Ryndia) authentic and GI-certified?
- Yes. Eri Silk (Ryndia) is a GI-protected craft (registered as “Meghalaya Ryndia (Eri Silk)”). Every order ships with a signed Certificate of Authenticity and a QR code to verify its maker, region and GI status.
- What does an authentic Eri Silk (Ryndia) piece cost?
- Handmade Eri Silk (Ryndia) typically ranges from ₹1,500 to ₹20,000, depending on size, detail and the artisan.
- How do I care for a Eri Silk (Ryndia) piece?
- Keep Eri Silk (Ryndia) out of prolonged direct sunlight and damp, and dust it gently. Because each piece is handmade from natural materials, slight variations are part of its character.
GI-certified authenticity
Rooted in India’s registered craft traditions
Artisan-direct
Made by the makers — fair, direct earnings
Traceable provenance
Every piece carries its maker, region & origin