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(40 items)Featured Reviews on Necklaces - Supporting Artisans Uplifting Communities
Bone beaded necklace, 'Green Laafi'
By Chris
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!
Wood beaded necklace, 'Desert Bird'
By John
Africa! No TSA Pat down!
And I didnt even have to remove my shoes! The exquisite artistry strung in wooden beads speaks volumes of a vibrant culture. One can vicariously imagine the pulse of,say, a market on the outskirts of Accra where I might haggle good-naturedly over the price of her creation with Elizabeth Alorchie-Apetor! Africa travels well. kudos to the artisans of NOVICA!Thank You Elizabeth!John.
Wood and ceramic pendant necklace, 'African Goddess'
By Paula
Stunning!
I purchased this necklace as a gift. The recipient was blown away and loved everything about it. When she learned about where I made the purchase, she was even more pleased that her gift made a difference to someone. Stunningly beautiful!
Featured Artist
"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
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