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Adinkra Asase Ye Duru Sese Wood Pendant Necklace from Ghana, "Asase Ye Duru"

Name: Adinkra Asase Ye Duru Sese Wood Pendant Necklace from Ghana, 'Asase Ye Duru'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 327870
Price: 49.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.88 (99 reviews)

Product ID: 327870

by Ali Mohammed (99)

Hand-carved of sese wood, the beautiful adinkra symbol Asase Ye Duru forms the pendant of this necklace from Ghana. Asase Ye Duru means "the... more

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Hand-carved of sese wood, the beautiful adinkra symbol Asase Ye Duru forms the pendant of this necklace from Ghana. Asase Ye Duru means "the earth has weight," and signifies the divinity of Mother Earth. Ghanaian artisan Ali Mohammed creates the necklace, selecting beads of wood and recycled plastic to flank the pendant. The pendant adorns the neck on cord that adjusts with a sliding knot.

10 grams
0.35 oz

50 cm min L - x 77 cm max L x 1 cm W
19.75" min L - x 30.5" max L x 0.4" W
Pendant(s): 4.5 cm L x 6 cm W
Pendant(s): 1.8" L x 2.4" W

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Sese wood, recycled plastic, nylon cord
Avoid contact with water
Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Adjustable
Sliding knot
Made in Ghana
Certified and shipped by our office in Ghana
Product ID: 327870

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Ali Mohammed

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Hand-carved wood masks and jewelry

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Amy

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Sep 17, 2024

“Just beautiful”

Anybody will love this sweet necklace. Highly attractive.

Purchased Item Village Hut, Sese Wood Adjustable Pendant Necklace from Ghana

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Florence

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Mar 11, 2024

“Beautiful and well packaged”

I was a bit sceptical about buying from an unknow company, but this arrived in excellent condition. Its true to the photo. I would purchase from the platform and the artist again

Adinkra Ornamental

Purchased Item Adinkra, Brown and Cream Wood Folding Table with Adinkra Symbols

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Alejandro

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May 19, 2023

“Necklace full of culture”

The details of the mask are spectacular, very well done, the beads are cute. I loved the size, I arrive just in time. Hugs from Mexico

Purchased Item Baule Mask, Handmade Sese Wood Baule Mask Pendant Necklace from Ghana

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Enabling Education

Ali financially supports the education of two of his own children and two others in primary school.

Microcredit Financing

Ali Mohammed has received 6 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $200 and the most recent for $2000.

Moving On Up

Starting off with very humble earnings, Ali has worked hard to grow his workshop and better his livelihood and that of his family.

Caring for Children

Ali currently supports four children who are all under the age of ten.

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This Product is awarded the Earth Friendly badge because it uses recycled or sustainable materials or techniques.

Meet the Artist

Ali Mohammed Hand-carved wood masks and jewelry

(99)

"I was good at learning through watching my brother when he was carving, and then I would try my hand and I would ask for assistance when needed."

"I was born in Accra and I grew up to become a friendly and curious person. It is my curiosity that has guided me in learning this art and honing... read more