tree jewelry

Ralph Ashong translates his ecological concerns into a necklace of masculine elegance. "The flora and fauna must be protected by respecting the laws of nature and the environment, lest they fall in danger of extinction," advices the Ghanaian designer. Hand-carved in the shape of a leaf, the teak wood pendant features a gecko colored with a clay solution. The pendant centers an adjustable leather cord.

Drawing inspiration from nature, artisan Ralph Ashong presents this attractive pendant necklace that is ideal for a casual look. Crafted by hand from local sese wood, the leaf-shaped pendant is engraved with eye-catching lines and swirls that resemble the venation on a leaf. The sleek pendant hangs from an adjustable nylon cord, making it a versatile accessory for men and women.

Ghana's Ralph Ashong translates his ecological concerns into a necklace of organic elegance. "Plants give us oxygen, food, medicine, shade and protection from disaster (storms). If the last tree dies, the last man dies," believes the Ghanaian designer. Hand-carved in the shape of a leaf, the teak wood pendant is colored with a clay solution and centers an adjustable leather cord.

Elegant formations converge in a clover-themed pendant crafted by Daniel K. Akuteye Jr. from Ghana. The artisan uses sterling silver to craft this oval accessory, adding a high-polish finish that allows it to shine while symbolizing unity and luck.

Inspired by the ideologies of people like Albert Einstein and Martin Luther King, Jr., Ghanaian artisan Akwele Suma hand-crafts a lovely beaded pendant necklace recreating nature, animals and humans living together in harmony as a symbol of justice and peace. A collection of lovely charms depicting people, trees, fish, elephants, birds, houses, the globe and a pendant of the scales of justice are handmade from recycled cardboard, detailed with ink, knotted onto a silk cord and topped with sese wood beads.