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Ghanaian Red Leather and Bone Statement Cord Necklace, "Ghanaian Nooma"

Product ID: 313783

Ila Suleyman inherited his passion for jewelry making from his grandfather, who taught him how to work with natural leather from a young age in Ghana.... more

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Ila Suleyman inherited his passion for jewelry making from his grandfather, who taught him how to work with natural leather from a young age in Ghana. He crafts the stunning statement necklace by hand with supple cardinal red leather, centering the bold accessory with a natural curved bone pendant. "Although I introduce modernity in my designs, they are finished as timeless pieces to be cherished for generations," says Ila who calls his design Nooma, a Mamprusi word meaning "sweetness."

  • 73 grams
  • 0.2 lbs
  • Length: 19"
  • Length: 19"

  • Leather, bone, recycled plastic button
  • Avoid contact with water
  • Button clasp
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Natural bone or horn--color and pattern will vary
  • Made in Ghana
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Ghanaicon info
  • Product ID: 313783
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Ila Suleyman
Ila Suleyman

West Africa

Leather and beaded jewellery

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Tina

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Jul 13, 2023

Beautiful woke product”

Proudly wearing and praying for the designer and harvesters and all involved in making and selling and delivering this amazing item!

Purchased Item Ghanaian Nooma, Ghanaian Red Leather and Bone Statement Cord Necklace

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Denise

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Jul 06, 2021

The perfect gift”

I bought this necklace for a friend and she was thrilled with it, as was I. Its a beautiful design and makes a bold statement. The craftsmanship is superb.

Making a statement! This was a gift for Girlfriend Occasion: birthday
Purchased Item Ghanaian Nooma, Ghanaian Red Leather and Bone Statement Cord Necklace

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Zorica

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Nov 29, 2024

pezo”

a beautiful way to say thank you to someone important in your life and that was beyond that

Purchased Item Tuumsongo, Boomerang Horn Pendant Orange Leather Cord Necklace

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Job Creator

Job Creator

Ila has several employees who help him in his workshop.

Working with Disabilities

Working with Disabilities

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.

Enabling Education

Enabling Education

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.

Preserving Traditions

Preserving Traditions

This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.

Microcredit Financing

Microcredit Financing

Ila Suleyman has received 2 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $400 and the most recent for $400.

Covering Basic Needs

Covering Basic Needs

This artist striving to supporting their own or their family's basic needs and improve their livelihood.

Profound Impact

Profound Impact

Every purchase from this artist has a profound impact on their livelihood and income.

Moving On Up

Moving On Up

This artist has dramatically improved their livelihood by working with NOVICA.

Caring for Children

Caring for Children

Ila has a toddler named Ramatu that he supports.

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