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Dark Crescent Moon
Silver and Garnet Moon Necklace with Water Buffalo Horn
Dark Crescent Moon, Silver and Garnet Moon Necklace with Water Buffalo Horn
Length: 19.75"
Made Wardika
Meticulously carved by hand, the crescent moon nestles amid sterling tendrils and silver granules known as jawan. Made Wardika creates a universal image in buffalo horn for this mesmerizing necklace.... read more
(943)
$59.99$53.99Artist: Made Wardika
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Black Crescent
Black Buffalo Horn Pendant Necklace Eclipse Crescent Shape
Black Crescent, Black Buffalo Horn Pendant Necklace Eclipse Crescent Shape
Length: 18"
Komang Wijayana
Indonesian artisan Komang Wijayana gives an interpretation of an eclipse with this crescent-shaped pendant necklace. Made of black buffalo horn, the pendant balances from a sterling silver bail with a... read more
(1286)
$47.99$43.19Artist: Komang Wijayana
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Pamga
Diamond-Shaped Horn Pendant Black Leather Cord Necklace
Pamga, Diamond-Shaped Horn Pendant Black Leather Cord Necklace
Length: 19"
Ila Suleyman
The natural variations in color from milk white to dark grey of a diamond-shaped pendant of horn are showcased in this necklace. The pendant is secured to a bundle of black leather cords with a... read more
(63)
$44.99$40.49Artist: Ila Suleyman
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Tuumsongo
Boomerang Horn Pendant Orange Leather Cord Necklace
Tuumsongo, Boomerang Horn Pendant Orange Leather Cord Necklace
Length: 19"
Ila Suleyman
The natural ombre progression of color from milk white to deep black of a boomerang-shaped pendant of horn are showcased in this necklace. The pendant is secured to a bundle of orange leather cords... read more
(63)
$44.99$40.49Artist: Ila Suleyman
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Mysterious Crescent
Sterling Silver and Garnet Pendant Necklace
Mysterious Crescent, Sterling Silver and Garnet Pendant Necklace
Length: 20"
Made Wardika
Bali's Made Wardika hand carves a sleek black crescent moon from horn to create the pendant on this unique necklace. The artisan uses a faceted garnet gem to add a pop of bright red to the pendant... read more
(943)
$54.99$49.49Artist: Made Wardika
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Sida
Crescent-Shaped Horn Pendant Necklace with Blue Leather Cord
Sida, Crescent-Shaped Horn Pendant Necklace with Blue Leather Cord
Length: 22.5"
Ila Suleyman
The natural variations in color from milk white to beige to grey of a crescent-shaped pendant of horn are showcased in this necklace. Multiple leather cords in delft blue are knotted to each side and... read more
(63)
$44.99$40.49Artist: Ila Suleyman
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Somo
Crescent-Shaped Horn Pendant Orange Leather Cord Necklace
Somo, Crescent-Shaped Horn Pendant Orange Leather Cord Necklace
Length: 22.5"
Ila Suleyman
The natural variations in color from milk white to beige to grey of a crescent-shaped pendant of horn are showcased in this necklace. In tangerine orange, 25 leather cords are knotted to each side of... read more
(63)
$44.99$40.49Artist: Ila Suleyman
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Sougri Blue
Horn and Bone Blue Recycled Beads Necklace African Jewelry
Sougri Blue, Horn and Bone Blue Recycled Beads Necklace African Jewelry
Length: 19.25"
Ila Suleyman
Meaning "patience" in the language of the Mamprusi people, the Sougri necklace is a fabulous new design by Ila Suleyman. The artisan-crafted necklace features a bone pendant as well as a... read more
(63)
$64.99$58.49Artist: Ila Suleyman
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Sougri Orange
Horn and Bone Pendants on Recycled Beads Orange Necklace
Sougri Orange, Horn and Bone Pendants on Recycled Beads Orange Necklace
Length: 19.25"
Ila Suleyman
Meaning "patience" in the language of the Mamprusi people, the Sougri necklace is a fabulous new design by Ila Suleyman. The artisan-crafted design features a bone pendant as well as a... read more
(63)
$64.99$58.49Artist: Ila Suleyman
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Sougri Black
Horn and Bone Pendants on Black Leather Necklace
Sougri Black, Horn and Bone Pendants on Black Leather Necklace
Length: 19.25"
Ila Suleyman
Meaning "patience" in the language of the Mamprusi people, the Sougri necklace is a fabulous new design by Ila Suleyman. The artisan-crafted necklace features a bone pendant as well as a... read more
(63)
$79.99$71.99Artist: Ila Suleyman
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Hamsa Art
Artistic Hamsa Pendant Necklace in Horn and Black Leather
Hamsa Art, Artistic Hamsa Pendant Necklace in Horn and Black Leather
Length: 19.75"
Andi Rachmansyah
Andi Rachmansyah transforms buffalo horn into a beautiful Hamsa or the Hand of Fatima pendant. The Balinese artisan's excellent carving skills are evident in the detailed artistry that adorns the... read more
(84)
$44.99$40.49Artist: Andi Rachmansyah
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Buudu Honored
Crescent-Shaped Horn Pendant Green Leather Cord Necklace
Buudu Honored, Crescent-Shaped Horn Pendant Green Leather Cord Necklace
Length: 22.5"
Ila Suleyman
The natural variations in color from milk white to beige to grey of a crescent-shaped pendant of horn are showcased in this necklace. Multiple green leather cords are knotted to each side of the horn... read more
(63)
$44.99$40.49Artist: Ila Suleyman
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Gye Nyame Blue
Eco-Friendly Agate and Ceramic Beaded Pendant Necklace
Gye Nyame Blue, Eco-Friendly Agate and Ceramic Beaded Pendant Necklace
Length: 22"
Tina Quaye
Created by Ghanaian artisan Tina Quaye, this necklace is named Gye Nyame, which signifies the supremacy of God and is associated with traditional Adinkra symbols. The artisan selects beads of blue... read more
(10)
$99.99$89.99Artist: Tina Quaye
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Sunny Flower
Yellow Flower Wood and Horn Pendant Necklace from Brazil
Sunny Flower, Yellow Flower Wood and Horn Pendant Necklace from Brazil
Length: 17.75"
Claudia Castelao
Hand-carved from eucalyptus wood, the thin petals of a yellow rose decorate a panel of natural horn. Brazilian artisan Claudia Castelao designs and crafts this stunning pendant necklace, which adorns... read more
(15)
$25.99$23.39Artist: Claudia Castelao
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Dusk Rose
Brown Wood and Horn Flower Pendant Necklace from Brazil
Dusk Rose, Brown Wood and Horn Flower Pendant Necklace from Brazil
Length: 17.75"
Claudia Castelao
Evoking dusk, eucalyptus wood in a brown hue is carefully carved by hand to create the delicate petals of a rose flower. Brazilian artisan Claudia Castelao creates this pendant necklace, displaying... read more
(15)
$23.99$21.59Artist: Claudia Castelao
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Red Rose Allure
Hand Carved Red Rose and Grey Horn Pendant Necklace
Red Rose Allure, Hand Carved Red Rose and Grey Horn Pendant Necklace
Length: 17.75"
Claudia Castelao
An oval of natural horn hosts a majestic red rose, hand-carved from eucalyptus wood. By Claudia Castelao, this pendant necklace encircles the neck with strands of buriti palm fiber with silver... read more
(15)
$25.99$23.39Artist: Claudia Castelao
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Zinlafa
Triangle-Shaped Horn Pendant Green Leather Cord Necklace
Zinlafa, Triangle-Shaped Horn Pendant Green Leather Cord Necklace
Length: 18"
Ila Suleyman
A dark, triangular pendant of horn is showcased in this necklace. The pendant is secured to a bundle of green leather cords with a recycled button clasp. Ila Suleyman of Ghana designs and crafts this... read more
(63)
$44.99$40.49Artist: Ila Suleyman
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Sougri Green
Horn and Bone Recycled Beads Necklace Fair Trade Jewelry
Sougri Green, Horn and Bone Recycled Beads Necklace Fair Trade Jewelry
Length: 19.25"
Ila Suleyman
Meaning "patience" in the language of the Mamprusi people, the Sougri necklace is a fabulous new design by Ila Suleyman. The artisan-crafted necklace features a bone pendant as well as a... read more
(63)
$64.99$58.49Artist: Ila Suleyman
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Sougri Paprika
Handmade Red Leather Necklace with Horn and Bone Pendants
Sougri Paprika, Handmade Red Leather Necklace with Horn and Bone Pendants
Length: 19.25"
Ila Suleyman
Meaning "patience" in the language of the Mamprusi people, the Sougri necklace is a fabulous new design by Ila Suleyman. The artisan crafted necklace features a bone pendant as well as a... read more
(63)
$64.99$58.49Artist: Ila Suleyman
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Zacsongo
Boomerang Horn Pendant Magenta Leather Cord Necklace
Zacsongo, Boomerang Horn Pendant Magenta Leather Cord Necklace
Length: 19"
Ila Suleyman
The natural variations in color from milk white to warm beige to deep grey of a boomerang-shaped pendant of horn are showcased in this necklace. The pendant is secured to a bundle of magenta leather... read more
(63)
$44.99$40.49Artist: Ila Suleyman
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Sougri Violet
Natural Horn and Bone Leather Hand Crafted Violet Necklace
Sougri Violet, Natural Horn and Bone Leather Hand Crafted Violet Necklace
Length: 19.25"
Ila Suleyman
Meaning "patience" in the language of the Mamprusi people, the Sougri necklace is a fabulous new design by Ila Suleyman. The artisan-crafted necklace features a bone pendant as well as a... read more
(63)
$64.99$58.49Artist: Ila Suleyman
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Four-Leaf Clover
Fair Trade Water Buffalo Horn Necklace in Clover Shape
Four-Leaf Clover, Fair Trade Water Buffalo Horn Necklace in Clover Shape
Length: 19"
Pertiwi Collection
This intriguing pendant necklace from the Pertiwi Collection features a smoothly carved horn pendant in the shape of a four-leaf clover, framed by sterling silver with contrasting textured and... read more
(104)
$99.99$79.99Artist: Pertiwi Collection
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Classic Comb
Contemporary Artisan Bone and Horn Pendant Necklace
Classic Comb, Contemporary Artisan Bone and Horn Pendant Necklace
Length: 20"
Pertiwi Collection
Dark horn and pale bone are etched with contrasting lines so that they resemble an old Indonesian comb in this unique necklace design. This original pendant necklace is from Pertiwi Collection of... read more
(104)
$59.99$53.99Artist: Pertiwi Collection
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Natural Kingdom
Braided Bauxite Handcrafted Necklace with Bull Horn Bead
Natural Kingdom, Braided Bauxite Handcrafted Necklace with Bull Horn Bead
Length: 22"
Rachel Armah
Bauxite beads lead to a polished pendant carved from bull horn in a necklace from Rachel Armah. In Eastern Ghana, bauxite beads are believed to be healing.
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$74.99$67.49Artist: Rachel Armah
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Three Islands
Horn pendant necklace
Three Islands, Horn pendant necklace
Length: 19"
Pertiwi Collection
Outlined in water buffalo horn, three separate islands come together in a necklace from the Pertiwi Collection. Balinese artisans craft the necklace by hand with a stainless steel cord and sterling... read more
(104)
$69.99$62.99Artist: Pertiwi Collection
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Faithful Romance
Blue Topaz Heart-Motif Pendant Necklace
Faithful Romance, Blue Topaz Heart-Motif Pendant Necklace
Length: 18"
Ayu Ary
With its glossy black heart, Ayu Ary 's mysterious pendant necklace brings dark romance into your life. The Balinese artisan centers the necklace with a hand carved, heart-shaped horn pendant, which... read more
(151)
$64.99$58.49Artist: Ayu Ary
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Ahenfo Tumi
African Beaded Long Necklace with Soapstone and Bauxite
Ahenfo Tumi, African Beaded Long Necklace with Soapstone and Bauxite
Length: 41"
Rachel Armah
A rich mix of earthy hues make this long beaded necklace intriguing. Artisan Rachel Armah of Ghana crafts the necklace by hand from variegated soapstone and bauxite beads, and adds a smooth round... read more
(37)
$139.99$125.99Artist: Rachel Armah
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Abigail
Handmade Cow Bone and Water Buffalo Horn Pendant Necklace
Abigail, Handmade Cow Bone and Water Buffalo Horn Pendant Necklace
Length: 15.75"
Pertiwi Collection
A truly unique creation from the Pertiwi Collection, this pendant necklace will add excitement to your style. Handcrafted from cow bone and water buffalo horn, the pendant is held together with... read more
(104)
$49.99$44.99Artist: Pertiwi Collection
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Rustic Fusion
Bone and Horn Leaf Pendant Necklace from India
Rustic Fusion, Bone and Horn Leaf Pendant Necklace from India
Length: 25"
Arti Sharma
Hand-carved horn beads with a rustic natural finish combine with black beads of bone in this pendant necklace from India India. Arti Sharma presents this necklace, which features a brass leaf pendant.... read more
(97)
$12.99$11.69Artist: Arti Sharma
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Ahemaa Tumi
Horn Pendant on Tiger's Eye Soapstone Beaded Necklace
Ahemaa Tumi, Horn Pendant on Tiger's Eye Soapstone Beaded Necklace
Length: 20"
Rachel Armah
From Ghana's Rachel Armah, this beaded necklace exudes African elegance. Centered by a black bull horn pendant, the artisan crafted necklace features natural soapstone beads alternating with tiger's... read more
(37)
$77.99$70.19Artist: Rachel Armah
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Intricate Elegance
Eucalyptus Wood and Horn Rose Flower Pendant Necklace
Intricate Elegance, Eucalyptus Wood and Horn Rose Flower Pendant Necklace
Length: 17.25"
Claudia Castelao
Diligently shaving petals of eucalyptus wood, Brazilian artisan Claudia Castelão handcrafts an intricate vermilion rose in the pendant of this necklace. Displayed against a square of horn, the rose... read more
(15)
$25.99$23.39Artist: Claudia Castelao
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Anigye
Multi-Layered Black Beaded Glass Horn Pendant Necklace
Anigye, Multi-Layered Black Beaded Glass Horn Pendant Necklace
Length: 20"
Victoria Agyepomaa
Black seed beads lovingly embrace the neckline, as designed by Victoria Agyepomaa. Inspired by the feeling of happiness, the Ghanaian artisan strings multiple strands of recycled glass that give way... read more
(35)
$34.99$31.49Artist: Victoria Agyepomaa
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Mother's Warmth
White and Black Beaded Glass Horn Pendant Necklace
Mother's Warmth, White and Black Beaded Glass Horn Pendant Necklace
Length: 18"
Victoria Agyepomaa
White seed beads lovingly embrace the neckline, as designed by Ghanaian artisan Victoria Agyepomaa. Inspired by a mother's love, the Ghanaian artisan strings multiple strands of recycled glass that... read more
(35)
$34.99$31.49Artist: Victoria Agyepomaa
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Graceful Sunshine
Yellow and Black Beaded Glass Horn Pendant Necklace
Graceful Sunshine, Yellow and Black Beaded Glass Horn Pendant Necklace
Length: 21.75"
Victoria Agyepomaa
Vibrant yellow seed beads lovingly embrace the neckline, as designed by Victoria Agyepomaa. Inspired by a mother's love, Ghanaian artisan strings multiple strands of recycled glass that give way to a... read more
(35)
$34.99$31.49Artist: Victoria Agyepomaa
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Mother's Embrace
Sky Blue and Black Beaded Glass Horn Pendant Necklace
Mother's Embrace, Sky Blue and Black Beaded Glass Horn Pendant Necklace
Length: 19.25"
Victoria Agyepomaa
Sky blue seed beads lovingly embrace the neckline, as designed by Victoria Agyepomaa. Inspired by a mother's love, the Ghanaian artisan strings multiple strands of recycled glass that give way to a... read more
(35)
$34.99$31.49Artist: Victoria Agyepomaa
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Talatu
Hand Crafted Horn and Leather Pendant Necklace
Talatu, Hand Crafted Horn and Leather Pendant Necklace
Length: 18"
Ila Suleyman
Suspended from yellow leather cords, a pendant carved from bull horn centers a necklace rich in Ghanaian elegance. "I call this design Talatu, the Mamprusi name usually given to girls born on a... read more
(63)
$49.99$44.99Artist: Ila Suleyman
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Endless Beauty
Bull horn pendant necklace
Endless Beauty, Bull horn pendant necklace
Length: 16.25"
Diah Ayu
Without beginning or end, a dark, smooth disk reveals the colors of natural horn. Its ornate sterling silver setting is Balinese in spirit. Diah Ayu creates a beautiful necklace that displays the... read more
(14)
$49.99$44.99Artist: Diah Ayu
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Bountiful Harvest
Artisan Crafted Horn and Wood Pendant Necklace
Bountiful Harvest, Artisan Crafted Horn and Wood Pendant Necklace
Length: 21"
Ila Suleyman
Natural bull horn is transformed into a sleek, bold pendant in Ila Suleyman's hands. Centering a necklace, it is flanked by polished agate, sese wood and beads of batik on bone. The colorful disks are... read more
(63)
$44.99$40.49Artist: Ila Suleyman
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Alamis
Handmade Leather and Horn Pendant Necklace from Africa
Alamis, Handmade Leather and Horn Pendant Necklace from Africa
Length: 18"
Ila Suleyman
Suspended from plum leather cords, a pendant carved from bull horn and painted by hand centers a necklace of rich Ghanaian elegance. "I call this design Alamis, the Mamprusi name usually given to... read more
(63)
$47.99$43.19Artist: Ila Suleyman
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Kibsa
Leather and Horn Pendant Necklace
Kibsa, Leather and Horn Pendant Necklace
Length: 18"
Ila Suleyman
Ila Suleyman honors the customs of Ghana's Mamprusi people with the design of this necklace. Crafted by hand with dark brown leather cords, the necklace is centered by a pendant carved from bull horn.... read more
(63)
$49.99$44.99Artist: Ila Suleyman
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Talatu Gilga
African Horn and Leather Pendant Necklace
Talatu Gilga, African Horn and Leather Pendant Necklace
Length: 18"
Ila Suleyman
"The design of this necklace is symbolic of my culture," says Ila Suleyman who calls it Talatu Gilga, the Mamprusi name usually given to boys born on a Wednesday. From northern Ghana... read more
(63)
$47.99$43.19Artist: Ila Suleyman
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Gamba
African Ceramic and Agate Pendant Necklace
Gamba, African Ceramic and Agate Pendant Necklace
Length: 19"
Ila Suleyman
Ila Suleyman calls the design of this stunning necklace Gamba, the Mossi term for purity. The Mossi are predominantly millet and cattle farmers who use cow hide and other natural materials to create... read more
(63)
$44.99$40.49Artist: Ila Suleyman
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Heartbroken Tears
Sterling Silver and Blue Topaz Pendant Necklace
Heartbroken Tears, Sterling Silver and Blue Topaz Pendant Necklace
Length: 18"
Ayu Ary
With its glossy black teardrop, Ayu Ary's pendant necklace is sure to attract its fair share of admirers. The Balinese artisan centers the necklace with a hand carved pendant make from natural horn... read more
(151)
$64.99$58.49Artist: Ayu Ary
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Nostalgia
Agate pendant necklace
Nostalgia, Agate pendant necklace
Length: 17.75"
Sukartini
This fascinating necklace comes from Sukartini, who gives a modern flair to traditional Balinese design motifs. The pendant is fashioned of sterling silver that suspends a twist of cow horn. Featuring... read more
(482)
$69.99$62.99Artist: Sukartini
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Atani
Leather Horn Pendant Necklace
Atani, Leather Horn Pendant Necklace
Length: 18"
Ila Suleyman
Suspended from purple leather cords, a pendant carved from bull horn and accented with an ebony bead centers a necklace rich in Ghanaian elegance. "I call this design Atani, the Mamprusi name... read more
(63)
$49.99$44.99Artist: Ila Suleyman
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Togetherness
Bull horn choker
Togetherness, Bull horn choker
Length: 16.25"
Diah Ayu
Eternally linked, twin pendants speak of togetherness. Sterling tendrils entwine on the silver settings, revealing Balinese influence in Diah Ayu's designs. She works with natural horn to create this... read more
(14)
$64.99$58.49Artist: Diah Ayu
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Pogyanga
Horn and Ceramic Beaded Necklace
Pogyanga, Horn and Ceramic Beaded Necklace
Length: 20"
Ila Suleyman
Shaped like a diamond, a bull horn pendant centers this hand crafted necklace by Ila Suleyman. He includes cow bone beads adorned with batik techniques, bright beads of recycled plastic and, sese... read more
(63)
$44.99$40.49Artist: Ila Suleyman
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Silver Cross
Bull horn necklace
Silver Cross, Bull horn necklace
Length: 16.25"
Diah Ayu
Diah Ayu adapts the formée cross, setting the image on a dark disk for maximum contrast. Sterling filaments trace ornate patterns on silver's antique finish. This beautiful necklace displays the bull... read more
(14)
$59.99$53.99Artist: Diah Ayu
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Yabpoka
Bull Horn Pendant Necklace from Africa
Yabpoka, Bull Horn Pendant Necklace from Africa
Length: 18"
Ila Suleyman
The Mossi people of northern Ghana refer to their good grandmothers as Yabpoka, inspiring Ila Suleyman to design a necklace of stunning elegance. "I created this design in honor of my own... read more
(63)
$39.99$35.99Artist: Ila Suleyman
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Vivid Sunset
Recycled Beaded Necklace from Africa
Vivid Sunset, Recycled Beaded Necklace from Africa
Length: 22"
Kati Torda
Kati Torda organizes a feast of colors for the exuberant design of this necklace. A pendant cluster of colorful beads is surrounded by bull horn and recycled paper beads. The necklace is crocheted by... read more
(1)
$69.99$62.99Artist: Kati Torda
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Nina
Horn Pendant Necklace from Haiti
Nina, Horn Pendant Necklace from Haiti
Length: 30"
Atelier Calla
Subtly elegant, this necklace is a versatile addition to any jewelry collection. Haitian artisan Christelle Chignard Paul creates the necklace, centering a disc of natural bull horn on a black waxed... read more
(1)
$34.99$29.74Artist: Atelier Calla
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Ibo Muse
Beaded torsade necklace
Ibo Muse, Beaded torsade necklace
Length: 18"
Nonyem Abena Ibeneme
"This necklace makes for a strong aesthetic presence," says Nonyem Abena Ibeneme. Her inspiration comes from the jigida beads worn by the women of the Ibo tribe around their waist. Believed... read more
(13)
$69.99$62.99Artist: Nonyem Abena Ibeneme
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Laraba
Leather and Horn Pendant Necklace
Laraba, Leather and Horn Pendant Necklace
Length: 18"
Ila Suleyman
Suspended from turquoise green leather cords, a pendant carved from bull horn centers a necklace of rich Ghanaian elegance. "I call this design Laraba, the Mamprusi name usually given to girls... read more
(63)
$49.99$44.99Artist: Ila Suleyman
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The Village Council
Your answers straight from the village experts
How do I know if my necklace is handmade?
Handmade necklaces are incomparable works of wearable art. Each one is unique in shape, color, size and design. Artisans from across the globe offer their own distinctive style of craftsmanship. In India, the vibrant colored gemstones have become a signature fashion statement. Balinese jewelry is characterized by ornate sterling tendrils set with tiny silver spheres. In Brazil, womens necklaces are often sleek and contemporary, with gemstones chosen for their particular energies. Many jewelry designs from Bali and Central America feature hand-knotted macram, such as that used in Guatemalas popular friendship bracelets. Handmade finishes may show variations in metal patterns. No two natural gemstones share the same characteristics. Each necklace holds its own individualistic sense of beauty, making it evident that it was crafted by hand. Some even bear the artisans signature.
What makes a necklace eco-friendly?
Sustainable necklaces are designed with reusable materials, and each culture makes use of the objects and materials most readily at hand. For example, many Andean, Central American and Thai artists use repurposed wood. West African artisans use recycled paper, and beads of recycled glass or plastic. In Thailand, Mexico and Bali, coconut shells are often used. Indian artists sometimes repurpose silk from saris. And Brazilian artists collect discarded zippers and soda pop-tops to crochet into stunning, eco-friendly designs.
What are the classic techniques for making women’s necklaces?
Many artisans the world over work in lost wax. They sculpt the image they want in wax, encase it in a mold, and pour molten silver or gold into it. The wax melts and flows out, leaving only the precious metal. However some artisans in Peru specialize in handmade silver and gold filigree, and some Balinese necklaces feature chains that are handwoven from slender metal strands. Karen hill tribe artisans in Thailand often use manual tools to stamp decorative motifs on fine silver. Other techniques include macram, beaded or gemstone strands, hammered metals, and carved wood or bone.
What are the most common materials for making women’s necklaces?
Precious metals and natural gemstones are the most popular materials for women's necklaces. Silver, gold and brass all provide durability as well as beauty. Artisans also utilize local materials that can include coconut shells, bamboo, bright African print fabrics, ceramic beads, natural amber, carved bone and bull horn. Both Peru and Mexico have rich silver mines and silver is used for traditional jewelry as well as contemporary designs.
What is the best way to wear women’s necklaces?
Women's necklaces are versatile and come in many styles and lengths. They can be layered or worn alone as a statement piece. Many designs go with everything from jeans to office wear or an evening out on the town. The best thing about jewelry is that its a customizable form of expression that provides a sense of luxury and individuality.
What are the signs of a well-made necklace?
When assessing the workmanship of a necklace, its helpful to pay attention to certain characteristics. For example, quality necklaces are balanced designs that rest comfortably around the neck. Clasps are secure and work well, and gemstones and beads are properly set. The precious metals should be nicely finished, and beads should not be too tightly strung. Well-made necklaces reflect excellent craftsmanship and attractive materials.
Are there specific cultural symbols used in womens necklaces?
Each culture celebrates its rich jewelry-making history through specific symbols and styles. For example, traditional West African beads, which adorn many necklaces from the region, each have a story and a specific occasion when they are worn. Others may feature the Ghanian adinkra symbols, which convey popular wisdom. In ancient Andean civilizations, the leaders apparel and jewelry showed their rank and also incorporated religious symbols. Similarly, necklaces from Bali often depict deities from the Hindu pantheon. In India, a womans jewelry is linked to her status in society and may depict Hindu gods as well as mantra symbols such as the omkara, the root of all sounds and the emblem of the Most High. Angel necklaces and harmony ball necklaces are often worn by pregnant women in Bali and in Mexico. The pendant makes a delicate bell sound, thought to soothe the mother and the baby she is carrying. Some believe it summons a guardian angel, thus making it a symbol of loving protection.
Featured Reviews on Horn Necklaces
Blue topaz pendant necklace, 'Heartbroken Tears'
By Elizabeth
gorgeous!
I love my new necklace from Auy Ary. The stones are beautiful and so is the silver work. It was a back ordered item but Novica kept me informed of the status of it. I am very happy. I may order another one for my mother. I hope you make the same design with different stones someday. Thank you so much!
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Leather and horn torsade necklace, 'Sougri Black'
By Joanne
Chic Classy Necklace
I got this to match some bone and leather earrings by one of the local artists in my area. This necklace is big, and it is the perfect touch to a simple black outfit. Im not classy or chic, but it makes me look both classy and chic.
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Garnet and buffalo horn pendant necklace, 'Dark Crescent Moon'
By Nycole
I never take this off!
The only jewelry I have that I love more than this is my wedding set! And I get so many compliments on it! It is a fine piece of worksmanship!
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Ila Suleyman Leather and beaded jewelry
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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."
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