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Boomerang Horn Pendant Orange Leather Cord Necklace, "Tuumsongo"
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 with a recycled button clasp. Ila Suleyman of Ghana designs and crafts this unique necklace and gives it the name Tuumsongo, a Mamprusi word meaning "good work."
- 74 grams
- 0.2 lbs
- 48 cm L x 5 cm W
- 19" L x 2" W
- Pendant(s): 14 cm L x 5 cm W
- Pendant(s): 5.5" L x 2" W
- Cow horn, leather cord, recycled plastic clasp
- Button clasp
- Avoid contact with water
- Natural bone or horn--color and pattern will vary
- Made in Ghana.
- Certified and shipped by our office in West Africa
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Carol
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08/23/2021
"Its perfect!"
This necklace by Ila Suleyman is dramatic in its simplicity. I love its colors and textures, and I love its asymmetry. Its perfect, and even prettier in person than online.
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- This was a gift for: Myself
- Occasion: Mother's Day
vintagevan
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09/06/2019
"necklace"
This is a gorgeous piece! I love the color and the style. It makes a statement....
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Stephen
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09/26/2018
"Unique with native flare."
Love this bold necklace. Its unique, which I love and makes a statement. Bought to go with specific outfits.
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- specific outfits
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Santi
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08/11/2022
"Necklace"
Simply beautiful!
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Manasses
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07/29/2022
"Great features"
Lovely and detailed craftmanship
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Linda
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07/08/2022
"leather/horn necklace"
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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."
"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 family of... read more
