Talatu Gilga African Horn and Leather Pendant Necklace _artisan--lula-mena-tag-boilerplate Featuring nine pieces

Featuring nine pieces

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an elaborate floral star combines elegant colors in this decorative plate

stamped motifs on high-quality sterling silver are the trademarks of Karen hill tribe jewelry

Talatu Gilga African Horn and Leather Pendant Necklace _artisan--lula-mena-tag-boilerplate Featuring nine pieces'The design of this necklace is symbolic of my culture,' says Ila Suleyman who calls it Talatu Gilga, the Mamprusi name usually given to boys born on a Wednesday. From northern Ghana, Mamprusi people are predominantly rice and cattle farmers who use cow hide to create various items including jewelry and accessories. For this necklace, Suleyman selects a round pendant carved from bull horn to center multiple strands of yellow leather. The necklace