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Bead jewelry set, 'African Glamour' | 
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| Brand: NOVICA
Category: Jewelry
Buy New: $49.95 (On sale from $85.95)
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.3
Dimensions (in): 16.5 x 0.6 x 0
ASIN: B0016AQCL4
Availability: Usually ships in 1-3 weeks
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| Features:
| • | Handmade by Mary Gyaamah | | • | Ships from Africa within 15 days | | • | Barrel clasp | | • | Hook earrings |
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Product Description
NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, offers thousands of limited edition and one-of-a-kind gifts, jewelry, and home decor treasures handmade by master artists and artisans throughout the world. Ghanaian designer Mary Gyaamah casts a spell of African glamour with a jewelry set in warm brown hues. She crafts the choker and earrings by hand with dazzling glass beads. Ornate ceramic beads center the necklace. They feature a brass clasp and hooks. Artisan Info: "I am Mary Gyaamah, born in Kokomlemle, a suburb of Accra. I am single and have two sisters. "I have always been attracted to colorful things. When I was a girl, I admired the beads worn by my mother and aunties, and developed a love for beads at this tender age. So when I grew up, I decided to practice stringing them by myself. I went to the bead shops to select them and combine their colors in jewelry. This caught the eye of some relatives who encouraged me to continue. "I use agate stones, beads of new glass and recycled glass, ceramic and wood for my necklaces. So far, I have taught my niece and a friend how to string beads and, one day, I hope to open a school to train young people and adults in jewelry crafting. "The major challenge I face with this profession is marketing my designs and sometimes getting to know the preference of shoppers. I have exhibited my work in several Ghanaian venues, but joining the Novica family will show my designs around the world. The beauty of jewelry is seen most when worn."
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