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Blue Braided Beaded Necklace Fair Trade Jewelry from Africa, "Sosongo in Blue"

Product ID: 272538

Six beaded strands are interwoven in a braid to form the focal point of this necklace presented by Ghanaian Ila Suleyman. Each strand is threaded with... more

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Six beaded strands are interwoven in a braid to form the focal point of this necklace presented by Ghanaian Ila Suleyman. Each strand is threaded with blue recycled vinyl beads and the ends of the braided section are finished with sese wood beads and large agate stone beads that serve as spacers. The brass hook clasp matches the beads' warm tones. The name Sosongo comes from the Mamprusi word meaning "good way."

  • 42 grams
  • 1.48 oz
  • 54 cm L x 1 cm W
  • 21.25" L x 0.4" W
  • Pendant(s): 23 cm L x 3 cm W
  • Pendant(s): 9" L x 1.2" W

  • Agate, sese wood, recycled plastic, nylon cord, brass clasp
  • 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
  • Product ID: 272538
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Ila Suleyman
Ila Suleyman

West Africa

Leather and beaded jewelry

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Gretchen

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Jan 17, 2020

What a knock out!”

The colors are beautiful together. The necklace holds its shape well when you wear it. It is unusual and attractive.

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Sosongo in Blue, Blue Braided Beaded Necklace Fair Trade Jewelry from Africa

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Nora

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Oct 20, 2019

Beautiful necklace!!”

I love my necklace!! The color is beautiful and it is very well made!! It looks very flattering!! Keep up the good work!!

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Sosongo in Blue, Blue Braided Beaded Necklace Fair Trade Jewelry from Africa

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Laurie

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Sep 08, 2024

Stand-Out Statement Piece”

I get compliments on this necklace almost each time I wear it. Matches my wardrobe palette of rust, black and brown. Love that it is chunky enough to be seen without being too big. Thank you, Ila Suleyman! - Laurie, Los Angeles

Best Uses
  • Dinners out, Office wear

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Sharon

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Sep 05, 2024

Beautiful”

This is a quality piece. Tightly woven. So unusual. I love it.

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Daiva

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Nov 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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Jul 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

Job Creator

Ila has several employees who help him in his workshop.

Working with Disabilities

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

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.

Covering Basic Needs

Covering Basic Needs

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

Profound Impact

Profound Impact

Every purchase from this artist has a profound impact on their livelihood and income.

Moving On Up

Moving On Up

This artist has dramatically improved their livelihood by working with NOVICA.

Caring for Children

Caring for Children

Ila has a toddler named Ramatu that he supports.

Eco-Friendly

Eco-Friendly

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

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