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Drop Earrings | Lotus

Drop Earrings | Lotus

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The dainty Lotus Drop Earrings feature an emerald color glass bead. They are highly polished and hand-cast by a vulnerable artisan group in Cambodia from recycled brass bombshells. In Buddhism, the lotus represents rebirth. Turning war into peace, these earrings carry a meaningful message and give back to a community once devastated by conflict.

  • Material: Brass from recycled bombshell and bullet casings + glass beads
  • Measurements: L 2.25" x W .5"
  • Handmade with love in Cambodia
  • As with all handcrafted goods, there are slight variations making each piece a work of art and truly one of a kind.

Artisan Profile

 

Ironwork artisans, living in an underprivileged community in the Kandal Province, approximately 45 minutes from Phnom Penh, Cambodia, make this recycled bomb shell and bullet jewelry. Bomb casings are left over from Cambodia's wartime three decades ago. Ironwork artisans skillfully mold bomb shells into beautiful jewelry pieces. By purchasing these bombshell products, you are helping to create fair trade jobs for Cambodians Artisans. The designs use inspiration from Cambodia 's rich tapestry, restoring and preserving many traditional Cambodian skills.      

 

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