Men's Artisan Crafted Horn and Leather Pendant Necklace, "Alamis Raogo"
"The design of this necklace is symbolic of my culture," says Ila Suleyman who calls it Alamis Raogo, the Mamprusi name usually given to boys born on a Thursday. From northern Ghana, the Mamprusi people are predominantly rice and cattle farmers who use cow hide to create various items including jewelry and accessories. For this masculine necklace, Suleyman selects a pendant carved from bull horn and adorned with an ebony wood bead to center multiple strands of purple leather. The necklace fastens with a toggle crafted from recycled plastic.
- 29 grams
- 1.02 oz
- Necklace: 46 cm L x 1.5 cm W
- Necklace: 18" L x 0.6" W
- Pendant(s): 8 cm L x 7 cm W
- Pendant(s): 3.1" L x 2.8" W
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11/17/2020
"Beautiful bracelet"





I ordered Annula in Sea Green, which is a teal color. Like another reviewer, I apparently received Annula in Green, which is an emerald/forest green. Its lovely, too, and fortunately I can wear it with something else. But I wanted the Sea Green (teal) for a particular outfit, and it would be good if you sent buyers what they ordered.
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Verified Reviewer
10/14/2020
"Lovely craftsmanship"





Neat, intricate weave, well made, love it.
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Mpusia in Brown, African Hand Crafted Braided Brown Leather Necklace
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Verified Reviewer
10/12/2020
"Wedding Reception"





Beautiful and just what I wanted for my wedding. Very light as well.
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Verified Reviewer
06/19/2020
"Just as presented"





Just received my leather necklace a couple of days ago and I ma dying to wear it. Not going anywhere anytime soon. with COVID-19 still on the rise. Still this necklace is just as it is presented.
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Verified Reviewer
02/04/2020
"Classy and Funky"





The necklace has a modern and earthly vibe. It is well made and the packaging is lovely.
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Laami, Ghanaian Orange Leather and Bone Statement Cord Necklace
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Verified Reviewer
01/17/2020
"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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Ila has several employees who help him in his workshop.
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.
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.
This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.
Ila Suleyman has received 2 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $400 and the most recent for $400.
This artist striving to supporting their own or their family's basic needs and improve their livelihood.
Every purchase from this artist has a profound impact on their livelihood and income.
This artist has dramatically improved their livelihood by working with NOVICA.
Ila has a toddler named Ramatu that he supports.
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Ila Suleyman Leather and beaded jewelry
"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."