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Bone and Recycled Beaded Necklace, "Laafi"

"A necklace crafted to bless you with Laafi (good health)," says Ila... more

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"A necklace crafted to bless you with Laafi (good health)," says Ila Suleyman of Ghana. Inspired by the Mamprusi blessing, Suleyman crafts the necklace by hand with a cow bone pendant at the center flanked by sese wood and terracotta beads. Blue beads recycled from plastic create a bold contrast in a necklace that fastens with a brass hook.

  • 43 grams
  • 1.52 oz
  • Necklace: 56 cm L x 1.5 cm W
  • Necklace: 22" 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, recycled plastic, sese wood, brass
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • S-hook or hook clasp
  • Made in Ghana.
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Ghanaicon info
Gift Info
  • Free Jewelry Packaging? Yes
  • Premium Jewelry Gift Box? Yes

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76

Maribeth

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04/08/2018

"I absolutely love this blue necklace."

I love this necklace. I spent a month in Rwanda and Uganda with a 2015 CNN Hero of the Year nominee I am helping to write his autobiography. Being a male, we never got close to jewelry. I fell in love with Rwanda and the traditional tribal dresses and skirts. I also craved jewelry. I have my beautiful necklace on right now. Its beautiful. I love everything about Africa and always have. Now that Ive been in two of the countries, my necklace means even more.

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Laafi, Bone and Recycled 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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Liane

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05/18/2023

"A Bold Statement Necklace"

I just love this beaded necklace. Its warm color tones coordinate well with many outfits. It is a striking piece that has inspired many compliments.

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Ila has several employees who help him in his workshop.

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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.

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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

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

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.

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Covering Basic Needs

This artist striving to supporting their own or their family's basic needs and improve their livelihood.

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Caring for Children

Caring for Children

Ila has a toddler named Ramatu that he supports.

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This Product is awarded the Earth Friendly badge because it uses recycled or sustainable materials or techniques.

 
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