Question

Which of the following plant's seeds are used as jeweller's weight?

Answer 1

seeds of Adenanthera pavonia were used as wieght in olden times

Answer 2

Answer:

Abrus precatorius plant's seeds are used as jeweler’s weight.

Explanation:

• The Abrus precatorius is used in native jewelry because it is known for its bright color.
• The seeds of Abrus precatorius has the constant weight. Hence it is used as weight in jewelry.
• The weight unit is called as ratti. The ratti is called as basic unit which is Masha.
• It is also used in making jewelry beads, the beads are also used for making ankle's etc. It is grown in other regions.