Bhagalpur, the 'Silk City', weaves the textured golden-brown tussar (kosa) wild silk into sarees and furnishings. Its natural slubs and earthy sheen give it a distinctly organic character.
- Region of origin:
- Bihar
- GI registration:
- Bhagalpur Silk
- Materials:
- tussar/kosa wild silk
- Techniques:
- handloom weaving
- HS code (customs):
- 5007
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About Tussar Silk (Bhagalpur)
Bhagalpur, the 'Silk City', weaves the textured golden-brown tussar (kosa) wild silk into sarees and furnishings. Its natural slubs and earthy sheen give it a distinctly organic character.
- Region of origin
- Bihar
- GI registration
- Bhagalpur Silk
- Materials
- tussar/kosa wild silk
- Techniques
- handloom weaving
- HS code (customs)
- 5007
How it’s made
The makers
Crafted by Bhagalpur weavers of Bihar.
Why “GI-tagged” matters
Tussar Silk (Bhagalpur) is registered under India’s Geographical Indication (GI) Act as “Bhagalpur 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 Tussar Silk (Bhagalpur) — questions, answered
- Are VedikCraft's Tussar Silk (Bhagalpur) pieces hand-painted or prints?
- Every Tussar Silk (Bhagalpur) piece is genuinely handmade by a named artisan — one of a kind, never a print or machine copy.
- Is this Tussar Silk (Bhagalpur) authentic and GI-certified?
- Yes. Tussar Silk (Bhagalpur) is a GI-protected craft (registered as “Bhagalpur 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 Tussar Silk (Bhagalpur) piece cost?
- Handmade Tussar Silk (Bhagalpur) typically ranges from ₹2,000 to ₹60,000, depending on size, detail and the artisan.
- How do I care for a Tussar Silk (Bhagalpur) piece?
- Keep Tussar Silk (Bhagalpur) 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