Infinity Mangalsutra Designs, Heart Shapes and Evil Eye Pendants

12 designs
By style
Updated Oct 2026

An infinity mangalsutra uses the sideways figure eight, a sign of something without end, as its pendant. For many couples it fits the idea of a lasting marriage, so it has become one of the most asked-for modern styles.

The same small, personal feeling runs through heart shape, evil eye and other symbol pendants. These designs are usually light, between 3 and 7 grams, and sit well on short strands for daily wear.

Below are 12 original pieces with weight, length and a jeweller note for each. For more fresh shapes, see our modern mangalsutra design gallery.

Infinity Mangalsutra Design in Gold

An infinity mangalsutra gold pendant can be a thin outline, a solid shape or set with stones. Size matters: 15 to 20 mm wide is the usual range.

Infinity mangalsutra gold design with a plain polished outline on black beads — Weight
About 4 g
Length
Short, 17 in
Wear
First modern piece
A clean gold outline with nothing added. It is the most classic infinity mangalsutra design and goes with everything.
**Ask your jeweller:** Ask for the infinity to be fixed at both loops so it does not tilt. Check BIS hallmark and HUID.

Infinity mangalsutra design with one loop set with diamonds and one loop plain gold — Weight
About 4.5 g
Length
Short, 17 in
Wear
Couple anniversary
One side sparkles with tiny diamonds, the other stays plain gold. Many couples like the idea of two different halves making one.
**Ask your jeweller:** Ask for 18k gold for the diamond side. Get a certificate showing total diamond weight.

Gold infinity mangalsutra with a thick twisted rope texture — Weight
About 6 g
Length
Medium, 18 in
Wear
Saree and suits
A rope texture gives the infinity a richer, more traditional feel. It looks good with sarees as well as kurtis.
**Ask your jeweller:** Ask if the rope infinity is hollow or solid. Solid keeps its shape much better.

Heart Shape Mangalsutra Pendants

A heart shape mangalsutra is a popular gift for a first anniversary or Karva Chauth in many North Indian families. These three keep the heart grown-up, not childish.

Heart shape mangalsutra with two small interlocked gold hearts — Weight
About 4 g
Length
Short, 17 in
Wear
Anniversary gift
Two small hearts link together, one polished and one textured. A gentle way to show two people joined.
**Ask your jeweller:** Check that the hearts move freely but cannot come apart. Ask for soldered closed rings.

Puffed gold heart shape mangalsutra pendant with a small ruby dot — Weight
About 5 g
Length
Medium, 18 in
Wear
Festive gifting
A rounded, puffed heart with a tiny ruby near the top. It catches light softly and feels smooth on the skin.
**Ask your jeweller:** Puffed hearts are often hollow. Ask the weight and if it can be repaired if dented.

Heart and infinity mangalsutra where the heart outline twists into an infinity loop — Weight
About 4 g
Length
Short, 17 in
Wear
Young newly married
The heart's lower point loops into a small infinity curve. Two popular ideas in one neat pendant.
**Ask your jeweller:** Ask for smooth joins where the lines cross. Rough joins catch on fine fabric.

Evil Eye Mangalsutra Designs

The evil eye, or nazar charm, is believed in many cultures to keep away bad looks. Some women add it to the mangalsutra for that reason, others simply like the blue colour.

Evil eye mangalsutra with a round blue enamel eye in a gold frame — Weight
About 4 g
Length
Short, 17 in
Wear
Casual wear
A round blue and white eye set in gold sits at the centre of the black beads. Bright colour makes it stand out.
**Ask your jeweller:** Ask for enamel on both sides. Keep it away from perfume, which can dull enamel.

Evil eye mangalsutra with an almond shaped eye and diamond outline — Weight
About 4.5 g
Length
Short, 17 in
Wear
Evening wear
An almond eye outlined in tiny diamonds with a blue sapphire centre. Dressier than enamel and good for evenings.
**Ask your jeweller:** Ask whether the blue stone is sapphire, lab-made or glass. Price changes a lot.

Evil eye mangalsutra with small blue eye beads mixed into the black bead strand — Weight
About 3.5 g
Length
Medium, 18 in
Wear
Fun daily wear
Instead of one pendant, small blue eye beads are spaced along the strand. A playful look for young women.
**Ask your jeweller:** Ask for glass eye beads with gold caps on each side so they do not crack against each other.

Symbol Pendants for a Modern Mangalsutra

Some women choose a symbol that means something to their family. Pick what feels right to you; customs differ from home to home.

Gold mangalsutra with an Om symbol cut out of a small round disc — Weight
About 4.5 g
Length
Short, 17 in
Wear
Daily devotion
An Om cut out from a polished disc lets the skin show through. Simple and calm, it suits women who like spiritual symbols.
**Ask your jeweller:** Ask for smooth edges inside the cutout. Check the disc is at least 0.7 mm thick.

Gold mangalsutra with a tree of life pendant made of fine wire branches — Weight
About 5 g
Length
Medium, 18 in
Wear
Meaningful gift
Thin gold wire branches inside a circle form a tree. Many couples see it as a sign of family and growth.
**Ask your jeweller:** Fine branches can bend. Ask for a thicker outer ring and gentle cleaning only.

Gold mangalsutra with a small kalash pot pendant and tiny leaves — Weight
About 5 g
Length
Medium, 18 in
Wear
Traditional families
A small gold kalash with three tiny leaves on top. In many families the kalash stands for plenty and a full home.
**Ask your jeweller:** Ask for the leaves to be soldered, not just pressed in. Check hallmark and HUID.

Choosing Size, Length and Metal

Infinity, heart and symbol pendants look best small. A 14 to 18 mm pendant on a 16 to 18 inch strand suits most necks. If the pendant has stones, choose 18k gold because it holds them better. For plain gold shapes, 22k gives a richer colour. You can also make these in rose gold; see rose gold mangalsutra options.

Pendant	Usual weight	Good karat
Plain infinity or heart	1 to 2 g	22k
Diamond infinity or evil eye	1.5 to 2.5 g	18k
Enamel evil eye	1 to 2 g	22k or 18k

What to Check Before You Buy

BIS hallmark with karat and 6-digit HUID on the clasp or bail.
Fixed pendants (joined on both sides) stay facing forward; loose ones flip.
Price is gold weight x that day's rate for the karat + making charges + 3 percent GST. Stones and enamel are not gold, so ask for net gold weight. Our price guide has the details.
Black beads strung on coated wire last longer than thread.

Caring for Small Symbol Pendants

Thin outlines like infinity and heart shapes can bend if they get caught in a dupatta or a child's fingers. Take the mangalsutra off before sleeping if the pendant has sharp curves. Clean enamel and evil eye pieces with a soft dry cloth only, never with toothpaste or polish powder. Store it alone in a small pouch so the pendant does not scratch against other gold. Get the strand and clasp checked by your jeweller once a year.

Mangalsutra questions answered

What does an infinity mangalsutra mean?

The infinity sign stands for something without end. Many couples choose it as a sign of lasting love. It is a modern style, so its meaning is personal rather than a fixed custom.

Is an infinity mangalsutra good for daily wear?

Yes. Most infinity pendants are small and light. Choose one fixed at both loops so it stays flat, and a 16 to 18 inch strand.

Can I wear an evil eye mangalsutra?

Many women do. Beliefs differ by family, so some elders may prefer a traditional pendant. If that matters, you can keep the evil eye on a mangalsutra bracelet instead.

How much gold is in a heart shape mangalsutra?

A small heart pendant is usually 1 to 2 grams of gold. With a light black bead strand and gold spacers, the full piece is often 3 to 5 grams.

Is infinity mangalsutra gold or diamond better?

Plain gold is cheaper to buy and easy to exchange later. Diamonds add sparkle but raise the cost. For daily wear, a few small diamonds in a bezel or channel setting are a good middle path.