Necklace Papaya Tagua - Ecuador

The colours of this necklace bring to mind a the seeds and flesh of a tropical fruit, and the Papaya Necklace is truly a treat. Organic rounds and refined circles of tagua nut combine in warm tones and cool neutrals to create a versatile necklace. Sustainably harvested from palm-like trees in South America, tagua nuts are easy to shape and color and safer for makers than many synthetic materials.

Features

• Neutral colored tagua disk necklace with black and gray cotton cord
• 96.5cm - Disks measure 1.9cm-3.8cm D
• Adjustable knot closure
• Hand crafted in Ecuador

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!