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Our African jewellery collection brings together necklaces, bracelets and bead strands that reflect centuries of cultural expression and artistry. Each piece is rooted in tradition, celebrating the beauty of form, symbolism and handcrafted detail found across West Africa.
We work closely with local artists who use time honoured techniques and organic materials such as seeds, pods, husks, bone and horn. From intricately layered African beads to expressive African necklaces featuring striking pendants, every design carries meaning and intention. Many bead strands are also worn as waist beads, known throughout Ghana, Nigeria and Senegal as symbols of femininity, fertility, sensuality and spiritual wellbeing.
Alongside jewellery, these materials and techniques continue across other wearable forms, including traditional headwear such as Bolga hats, where craftsmanship and cultural identity remain at the heart of each piece. Our collection includes carnelians, trade beads, millefiori and chevron beads, each chosen for their history, character and enduring beauty.
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African Bakelite. Round discs made of vulcanite polymer paste. Perfect for jewellery making or as a stand alone necklace.
Length: 90-100cm
Statement cowrie bracelet with three layered rows and black beads. Handcrafted in Ghana. Wide cuff style sits comfortably on the wrist. Wear it solo for impact or pair with simpler pieces. Dimensions: Width: 6cm (stretches to fit) Height: 4cm
African Bakelite. Round discs made of vulcanite polymer paste. Perfect for jewellery making or as a stand alone necklace.
Length: 90-100cm
This wide cuff combines four rows of cowrie shells with black beads, handcrafted in Ghana. The substantial width sits comfortably on the wrist. Cowrie shells have adorned West African jewellery for generations.
Dimensions: Width: 6cm (stretches to fit) Height: 5cm
Handmade cowrie shell necklace from Mali, using natural shells traditionally associated with trade, protection, and good fortune throughout West Africa.
Length: 30cm // Neck Width 22cm
Cowrie shell chestplate necklace handcrafted in Mali, reflecting centuries of cultural and spiritual tradition.
Worn both as personal adornment and symbolic protection.
Length: 30cm // Neck Width 22cm
Traditional cowrie shell necklace made in Mali, featuring naturally aged shells with subtle variation.
A simple yet powerful adornment rooted in West African heritage.
Height: 20cm / Length: 20cm
Authentic Malian cowrie shell necklace, handmade using time-honoured techniques.
Cowries have long been valued across West Africa as symbols of wealth and spiritual power.
Height: 20cm / Length: 20cm
Handcrafted cowrie shell necklace from Mali, traditionally worn for protection, fertility, and prosperity.
Natural shells are carefully strung to create a timeless piece with cultural meaning.
Length: 40cm // Neck Width 16cm
Discover chevron trade beads—historic glass trade beads with striking starburst patterns, exchanged in West Africa for gold, textiles, and cultural prestige.
This is a long vintage strand of small chevron beads – a true collectors item
Length: 70cm
Czech Trade Beads – Vintage deep green, tear drop strand in mint condition.
For unique jewelry and crafts. Precision-cut, high-quality beads that bring your designs to life
Length: 66cm
Czech Trade Beads – Vintage deep green, tubular beaded strand in mint condition.
For unique jewelry and crafts. Precision-cut, high-quality beads that bring your designs to life
Length: 64cm
