African Agate and Bone Beaded Necklace, "Taoure"
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Ila Suleyman designs this extraordinary necklace under the theme of Taoure, the Mamprusi term for prosperity. From northern Ghana, Mamprusi people are predominantly rice and cattle farmers. Suleyman selects agate enhanced to a fiery red and cow bone beads embellished with batik techniques. Flanked by brass and sese wood beads, the necklace is crafted by hand with plastic beads recycled from a variety of sources.
- 90 grams
- 0.2 lbs
- Necklace: 51 cm L x 2 cm W
- Necklace: 20" L x 0.8" W
- Pendant(s): 2.2 cm L x 2.2 cm W
- Pendant(s): 0.9" L x 0.9" W
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Manasses
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07/29/2022
"Great features"
Lovely and detailed craftmanship
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Taoure, African Agate and Bone Beaded Necklace
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Emily
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06/30/2017
"Bold and beautiful"
Another winner from Ila Suleyman. Great color combination. Will enhance any outfit. Beautifuly made of quality items.
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Taoure, African Agate and Bone Beaded Necklace
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Daiva
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11/06/2023
"Stunning"
This looks great with a simple black dress--everyone at this gala event commented on it! My favorite necklace!
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Tina
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07/13/2023
"Beautiful woke product"
Proudly wearing and praying for the designer and harvesters and all involved in making and selling and delivering this amazing item!
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Ghanaian Nooma, Ghanaian Red Leather and Bone Statement Cord Necklace
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Bozena
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07/10/2023
"Cheerful necklacce"
Necklace is well made and fun to wear. Very lightweight.Love it!
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Aurora
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06/16/2023
"extremely happy with"
This was a gift. The person is very happy with it Thank you :)
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Violet Grace, Handcrafted Braided Leather Bracelet in Purple
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