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Bone and Recycled Beaded Necklace, "Green Laafi"

"I crafted this necklace to bless you with good health," declares Ila... more

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"I crafted this necklace to bless you with good health," declares Ila Suleyman. From his "Laafi" collection meaning "good health" in the Mamprusi language, the necklace is centered by a cow bone pendant escorted by terracotta and sese wood beads. Green beads recycled from plastic bottles and vinyl discs are diligently threaded by hand for a necklace that fastens with a brass hook.

  • 44 grams
  • 1.55 oz
  • 53.5 cm L x 1.5 cm W
  • 21" L x 0.6" W
  • Pendant(s): 2.5 cm L x 2.5 cm W
  • Pendant(s): 1" L x 1" W

  • Cow bone, terracotta, sese wood, recycled plastic, brass
  • S-hook or hook clasp
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Promotes recycling and reduces waste
  • Made in Ghana.
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Ghanaicon info
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  • Free Jewelry Packaging? Yes
  • Premium Jewelry Gift Box? Yes

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Kathleen

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12/27/2017

"love this necklace"

this necklace was very good quality and good colors - the only reason i gave 4 stars was that i wish the bone bead was smaller - more in line with the size of the other beads

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Green Laafi, Bone and Recycled Beaded Necklace

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Carol

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04/27/2021

"I wear this necklace to feel strength and courage."

Beautifully crafted and designed. I feel the love that went into making this necklace.

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Green Laafi, Bone and Recycled Beaded Necklace

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Chris

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11/26/2016

"Cant Wait until my partner wears it!"

As soon as this piece arrived my wife put it on and we both loved it. Simple yet bright, original yet not showy.Thank you so much to Ila for making such a special necklace!

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Green Laafi, Bone and Recycled Beaded Necklace

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Gift Occasion:
  • This was a gift for: Wife
  • Occasion: thank you

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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