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Cultured Pearl and Carved Bone Silver Necklace, "Protector"

Product ID: 219740

Buana crafts an enchanting amulet necklace, combining cultured pearl and gleaming silver. It frames a portrait of Barong, meticulously carved by hand... more

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Buana crafts an enchanting amulet necklace, combining cultured pearl and gleaming silver. It frames a portrait of Barong, meticulously carved by hand in bone. Also known as Bhoma, he represents the goodness that destroyed the evil Rangda. His adventures are reenacted in the form of a dance and his image is also hung on doors in Bali to ward off evil spirits.

.925 Sterling silver

  • 11 grams
  • 0.39 oz
  • Length: 18.5"
  • Length: 18.5"

  • Sterling silver, cultured freshwater pearl, bone, polyester cord
  • Combination finish
  • Lobster claw clasp
  • Made in Indonesia
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Indonesiaicon info
  • Product ID: 219740
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Buana
Buana

Bali and Java

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Halphas

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Jul 02, 2020

“I cant explain how much I love this piece !!”

You can really tell it was hand carved...its perfect for anyday wear !

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Nancy

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Nov 24, 2019

“Jewelry with something extra”

Instead of a lovely sleepy moon, this is an intricate representation of Bhoma smiling around his tusks......not only a beautiful piece of jewelry, but it makes me feel like I have a protective buddy on board.

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Patricia

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Apr 16, 2018

“unique heirloom”

will be worn daily and share with friends so proud to own this piece

perfectly carve and esquisitely done very excited with the gift immediately put on silver chain and is wearing it daily just love it This was a gift for Daughter Occasion: 'just because' This was a gift for Daughter Occasion: 'just because'

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Vic

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Jan 09, 2025

“Love the product!”

Really liked the ring and its very stylish

Purchased Item Serene Repose, Hand Carved Bone and Sterling Silver Face Ring

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Suzanne

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Jan 09, 2025

“Gorgeous and Unique”

These earrings are beautiful. Lightweight, substantial and unique. I love them.

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LINDA

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Jan 06, 2025

“Pretty”

Elegant and lovely.

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Job Creator

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"When I began to work with Novica I started with nothing, I could barely support my family. Today I have a growing workshop, and a number of silversmiths work with me."

Preserving Traditions

Preserving Traditions

Buana is a master silversmith. He designs and crafts his jewelry collection using a combination of traditional and modern jewelry making techniques. Buana and his silversmiths share their knowledge and train younger artisans that join the workshop.

Microcredit Financing

Microcredit Financing

Buana has received 14 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $2400 and the most recent for $7000. Proceeds were used to invest in a purchase of natural gemstones and silver for his jewelry.

Caring for Children

Caring for Children

When Buana first began to work, he was fearful that he would be unable to care for his first child. Now he proudly cares for two.

Enabling Education

Enabling Education

Buana provides for the education of his two children.

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"Since joining you in 2006, a lot has changed in my life. I now own a house… and this has been completely life-changing. One thing I can do to repay this is to give you my very best work."

Update (May, 2019)My name is I Wayan Buana. I was born in Sukawati, Bali in 1974. My father was a civil servant while my mother was a food seller. I'm... read more

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