Necklace Red Heart Pendant Blown Glass - Egypt

C$20.00
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Say 'I love you' with this delicate hand blown glass heart pendant with a tip painted in gold. This is the perfect gift for a wedding, anniversary or Valentine's Day, or just to let your loved one know that you are thinking of them.

Exquisitely crafted by skilled glass blowers in the heart of old Cairo, Egypt. The art of glass blowing began in Egypt at least in the 3rd Century A.D. based on a poem written on papyrus that describes the technique.

Features

  • Fair trade
  • Decorated by hand. Tip painted with gold
  • Pyrex glass
  • Approx. H 3.5 cm x W 3 cm x D 1 cm / H 1.4" x W 1.2" x D 0.4"
  • Due to the nature of hand-blown glass, size and shape may vary slightly from one piece to another

Artisan Story

Dandarah is a member of the Fair Trade Federation that works with artisans in Egypt and Haiti. Most of their artisans are women and minorities in socially marginalized communities. Through their work artisans improve their economic and social conditions through employment opportunities, sustainable income and access to international markets.

About Us

Villages Port Colborne is located along the shore of the Niagara Peninsula. Where the Welland Canal and Lake Erie meet, in the heart of Port Colborne, we have been fair trade since 1984. We carry unique, handcrafted goods that are ethically made from artisans around the world. If you’re in the Southern Ontario area, we welcome you to visit us in-person!

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