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Handcrafted Sterling Silver Wristband Bracelet, "Mayom Tree"
Using jewelry-making techniques inspired by the hill tribes of northern Thailand, this sterling silver bracelet from Achara features an intricate, handwoven braid. The box clasp depicts the branches of the star gooseberry tree, called mayom in Thai, which is often planted in front of houses for good luck.
- 36 grams
- 1.27 oz
- Bracelet: 19 cm L x 1 cm W
- Bracelet: 7.5" L x 0.4" W
- Fits wrist size: 18 cm Diam.
- Fits wrist size: 7" Diam.
Achara is not only a talented jewelry artisan but is also a kind, dedicated entrepreneur. Her workshop has several full-time workers, and she provides work for a number of part-time silversmiths. Her part time collaborators are hill tribe artisans who struggle to survive. To ensure that these artisans have enough income to live on; Achara continually orders their silverwork and pays for it in advance. She does this even though she may have no orders for their work at the time. She is able to do this because of her Novica customers who provide a stable, steady income for her workshop.
Achara's workshop uses traditional silversmithing techniques to produce centuries-old designs as well as contemporary pieces inspired by Thai culture. Many artisans have been trained in her workshop. They learn not only traditional jewelry making but also how to apply modern quality control standards.
Achara's children are of university age. She currently pays for her daughter's higher education and, next year, she will also pay for her son's.
The Women's Empowerment badge is awarded to female artisans or artisan groups that are led by women.
Achara received the SMEs Speed Up Award from Thailand's Department of Industrial Promotion.
In 2017, Achara received the Chiangmai Top Ten Award for culture.
"A treasure in silver."
Dear Zachary: I thank you and all the artisans who helped create this exquisite bracelet. I love the story of the Mayom tree leaf pattern on the clasp and the hand braiding of the silver strands is amazing. Your creativity is a rare gift. Thank you for this beautiful treasure. The Novica mulberry bark covered gift box is so unique, a wonderful keepsake to hold this incredible bracelet.
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"Awsome piece"
My wife never takes off this unique and well crafted bracelet.
Best Uses
- everyday wearing
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"Stunning!"
This bracelet is just beautiful! So well made and beautifully packaged. I highly recommend.
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"beautiful surprise"
This is a bracelet that you can wear with comfort. I really was surprised with the amount of silver that it would be something I would just put on and forget, Nice work . I will wear it with pride and thanks also for the interesting gift box as well.
Best Uses
- everyday enjoyment
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"Gorgeous"
Braiding is excellent and solid. I hope she likes it as much as I do. Shipping was quick from Thailand.
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"I got the bracelet for me love it (man)"
The only problem was with the lock it cam undone a few times? But love it so would not send it back. I have another one from this site and looking at another. THANK YOU all you are all truly gifted and a GREAT web site. Prayers to all.
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