black onyx pendant necklace -Handmade Recycled Glass Ceramic 'Deka' Torsade Necklace (Ghana)

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This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic.

Elizabeth Alorchie-Apetor finds 'deka' in the design of this necklace as she combines gray, white, black, ice and amber hues. Working with beads of recycled glass, she strings and knots six strands by hand to create this necklace with clay beads.

Product Features:
  • Colors: Gray, white, black, amber
  • Materials: Recycled glass, ceramic, nylon thread, brass clasp
  • Clasp: S-hook
  • Dimensions: 51 mm wide x 21.3 inches long
  • Color(s) may vary slightly

Story Behind the Art:
'I come from a family where most of the women's business is threading traditional beads. My mum was no exception. I was attracted to this craft by the manner and passion with which she threaded beads. When I was nine years old she took me gradually through the different threading stages. I could only string a strand together and put it around my neck. I enjoyed doing this so much so, that when I returned from school, I would work with beads for at least two hours before my studies.'



The handcrafted touch of artisan skill creates variations in color, size and design. If buying two of the same item, slight differences should be expected. Note: Color discrepancies may occur between this product and your computer screen.

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