Talatu Gilga African Horn and Leather Pendant Necklace _artisan--novica-artisan-1536 and the sterling silver chain

and the sterling silver chain is a work of art

Set with colorful faceted gemstones

hunter green

Salomon Ruiz specializes in recreating ancient motifs used within the Moche and Chavin civilizations of pre-Columbian Peru

Talatu Gilga African Horn and Leather Pendant Necklace _artisan--novica-artisan-1536 and the sterling silver chain'The design of this necklace is symbolic of my culture,' says Ila Suleyman who calls it Talatu Gilga, the Mamprusi name usually given to boys born on a Wednesday. From northern Ghana, Mamprusi people are predominantly rice and cattle farmers who use cow hide to create various items including jewelry and accessories. For this necklace, Suleyman selects a round pendant carved from bull horn to center multiple strands of yellow leather. The necklace