Firozabad, the 'Glass City', has lit its furnaces for centuries to make India's bangles, beads and ornaments. The clink of its coloured glass bangles is the soundtrack of festivals and weddings across the country.
- Region of origin:
- Uttar Pradesh
- GI registration:
- Firozabad Glass
- Materials:
- glass
- Techniques:
- glass-blowing; bangle-making; beadwork
- HS code (customs):
- 7020
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About Firozabad Glasswork
Firozabad, the 'Glass City', has lit its furnaces for centuries to make India's bangles, beads and ornaments. The clink of its coloured glass bangles is the soundtrack of festivals and weddings across the country.
- Region of origin
- Uttar Pradesh
- GI registration
- Firozabad Glass
- Materials
- glass
- Techniques
- glass-blowing; bangle-making; beadwork
- HS code (customs)
- 7020
How it’s made
The makers
Crafted by Firozabad glassworkers of Uttar Pradesh.
Why “GI-tagged” matters
Firozabad Glasswork is registered under India’s Geographical Indication (GI) Act as “Firozabad Glass”. 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 Firozabad Glasswork — questions, answered
- Are VedikCraft's Firozabad Glasswork pieces hand-painted or prints?
- Every Firozabad Glasswork piece is genuinely handmade by a named artisan — one of a kind, never a print or machine copy.
- Is this Firozabad Glasswork authentic and GI-certified?
- Yes. Firozabad Glasswork is a GI-protected craft (registered as “Firozabad Glass”). 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 Firozabad Glasswork piece cost?
- Handmade Firozabad Glasswork typically ranges from ₹100 to ₹8,000, depending on size, detail and the artisan.
- How do I care for a Firozabad Glasswork piece?
- Keep Firozabad Glasswork 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