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Mekdes Bracelet

Mekdes Bracelet

Regular price $22.00
Regular price $25.00 Sale price $22.00
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The Mekdes bracelet is an equisite piece, comprised of six strands of delicate beading in contrasting silver and copper tones.  The beads are made from recycled metals supplied by farmers who collect discarded artillery shells which local villagers transform into beads.   The artisans at Entoto skillfully create beautiful jewellery in a loving and community minded environment.

About the Maker

Our upcycled jewellery supplier is based at Entoto Mountain, in the hillside looking over Ethiopia’s capital Addis Ababa.

This project employs female artisans who skillfully create our ‘Bullets to Beads’ jewellery range. Beads for this range are made from melted down artillery shells, from former war conflicts.

Women work in a loving, community environment, and what was once intended for harm now brings hope and beauty. 

Click here to read more about the artisans who create this special jewellery.

Materials & Dimensions

Silver plated copper and copper beads. L 18cm approx. with a loop closure

Care Instructions

Wipe with a soft cloth. Bead finish may be affected by contact with skin, perspiration, perfume and cosmetics

Shipping

We ship worldwide using Australia Post. Postage cost is calculated at checkout. Orders are packed with love by our Hamlin volunteers and usually dispatched within three working days.

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Gifts that Give Back

When you purchase from the Hamlin Shop, you are receiving ethical products handmade by fairtrade artisans from a variety of countries across Africa. Your purchase supports local craftspeople and women in Ethiopia who are recovering from preventable childbirth injuries. This is shopping with an impact. Thank you.