This Red Violet Hand-Twisting Shahmina Shawl features cashmere sourced from the neck down of the Changthangi goats raised at altitudes of 3600 to 4500 meters in the Himalayas. A natural camel-colored Shahmina shawl/scarf dyed black. Kashmir weavers use their unique Tibetan antelope weaving techniques to weave this incredibly soft material into a gossamer-thin shawl and scarf, so fine that it can easily pass through a ring—hence its name, "ring shawl." The finer the cashmere, the more difficult the weaving; the process from collecting the cashmere to weaving the natural-colored neck down takes years. It is not only extremely soft and skin-friendly but also exceptionally warm, making it a favorite among elegant women.
Pashmina cashmere comes from the Changtangji goats raised at altitudes of 3600 to 4500 meters in the Himalayas. To withstand the harsh winter, these goats grow a layer of soft wool in late autumn, enhancing their warmth. This wool is considered the finest of animal fibers, renowned for its exceptional warmth and nicknamed "soft gold" for its luxurious texture, luster, and elasticity.
The Kashmiri Pashmina Gallery originates from a brand founded in 1935 in Srinagar, Kashmir, northern India. For those born and raised in Kashmir, Pashmina is more than just a product; it embodies centuries of local craftsmanship and cultural heritage, dating back to the 15th century. In the 15th century, the Persian saint Mir Saeed Ali Hammadani came to Kashmir, sharing his knowledge with local artisans and training 700 craftsmen, including those skilled in Pashmina weaving. The tradition of hand-embroidering Pashmina cashmere has been passed down through generations, with each piece requiring at least six months of work by a highly skilled artisan. Each piece embodies exceptional embroidery skills, patience, focus, and dedication—all stemming from Kashmiri traditions and cultural heritage.
While the same goats are raised in China, Nepal, and other regions, they lack the weaving and embroidery techniques passed down through generations in Kashmir. Historical documents from the 16th century indicate that although the precious Tibetan antelope primarily inhabit the Hoh Xil region of Tibet, they were occasionally sent to Kashmir to produce shahtoosh cashmere, as only Kashmiri weavers knew how to weave this incredibly soft material into fabric.
Touching a genuine Pashmina cashmere scarf, I was immediately captivated by its unparalleled softness and delicacy, a stark contrast to the coarser texture of regular cashmere. Cashmere comes from common goats, while Pashmina is made entirely from the down of the Changtang goat, which lives at high altitudes. For centuries, this exquisite fabric has been favored by Indian royalty and nobility.
**Product Details:**
- Suitable for all seasons—spring, autumn, winter, and even summer in air-conditioned spaces.
- Product ID: SS/RV-5901
- Measurements: Width 100 cm, Length 200 cm
- Composition: 100% Pashmina