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In a bold shade of black, strips of leather are used to carefully braid this necklace by hand. Ghanaian artisan Ila Suleyman creates the accessory, which features a wider section at the center that tapers the closer it gets to the button clasp. This necklace is named Mpusia, meaning "thank you" in northern Ghanaian.
- 25 grams
- 0.88 oz
- 48 cm L x 2 cm W
- 19" L x 0.8" W
- Leather
- Avoid contact with water
- Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
- Button clasp
- Made in Ghana.
- Certified and shipped by our office in Ghana
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Kevin
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03/03/2023
"Vibrant color and sturdy leather necklace"
you will enjoy Bohemian Vibe, dress it up or casual you will get compliments
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Mpusia in Black, Black Hand-Braided Leather Necklace from Ghana
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Moze
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12/15/2022
"Magnificent"
This is absolutely gorgeous. Made extremely perfect in every way. In just the short time that I have received this beautiful Braided Black Leather Necklace, I have received many compliments from people.
Best Uses
- Excellent for open collar or t- shirts (long, short, sweatshirts)
- Open collar shirts, t-shirts (long or short), sweatshirts
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Mpusia in Black, Black Hand-Braided Leather Necklace from Ghana
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Gail
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04/21/2022
"Very well made!"
Will order another color! Lovely...
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DARYL
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02/24/2022
"Culturally beautiful"
Awesome understated statement piece , not flashy but the necklace emits a quiet strength, well made and suitable for everyday wear. Im well on my way to owning one every color. available
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- Jewelry
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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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Job Creator
Ila has several employees who help him in his workshop.
Working with Disabilities
This artist is working with some sort of disability ranging from mental or physical and includes conditions such as being handicapped physically, or perhaps having a condition such as autism. This is also awarded to artists that employ other artists with disabilities.
Enabling Education
This artist is currently supporting and providing for the education of their children, grandchildren, or children in their community, whether it be at the primary, secondary, or university level.
Preserving Traditions
This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.
Microcredit Financing
Ila Suleyman has received 2 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $400 and the most recent for $400.
Covering Basic Needs
This artist striving to supporting their own or their family's basic needs and improve their livelihood.
Profound Impact
Every purchase from this artist has a profound impact on their livelihood and income.
Moving On Up
This artist has dramatically improved their livelihood by working with NOVICA.
Caring for Children
Ila has a toddler named Ramatu that he supports.
Write a review"My forefathers were predominantly millet and cattle farmers, and they would use the leather of the animals for accessories such as talismans, bangles and necklaces for personal use."
"Assalamu Alaikum. Peace be unto you! I'm Ila Suleyman, of Bawku in Ghana and my parents are Rayende and Nabiga Suleyman. I was born into a... read more
