Earrings (Capiz), Fair Lady - Philippines
| Article number: | 7914570 |
| Availability: | In stock (2) |
Keep things classy with the Fair Lady Earrings from the Philippines. These earrings feature capiz, the thin shell of a marine mollusk. First artisans wash and soak the capiz shells. After the shells have dried, they are cut into shapes, dyed and edged with metal wire. A finishing coat of varnish completes this labour-intensive process. Before glass windows became available in the Philippines, capiz was used for windows in houses!
Features
- Smoked capiz with silver-plated brass binding
- 1Lx0.75W inches
- Handcrafted in the Philippines
Artisan Story
Ten Thousand Villages operates on an artisan investment model that puts the maker first. They’re built on long-term partnerships and fair trade principles to provide makers in developing countries an opportunity to gain a safety net of financial security and break the cycle of poverty.
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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