Heritage gallery houses over 1,000 pieces of Jawi Peranakan jewellery

Meer showing some of the original pieces from the Habib jewellery collection at the gallery. (Below) A closer view of several gold bangles by Habib.

THE Habib Heritage Gallery in Jalan Masjid Kapitan Keling, George Town, features an exquisite display of beautiful jewellery, making the gallery a must-visit section of the double-storey outlet.

Datuk Seri Meer Sadik Habib, managing director of the multiple award-winning jewellery brand, Habib Jewels, now known as Habib, said over 1,000 pieces of Jawi Peranakan jewellery, dating back to as far as 100 years, are displayed at the gallery.