NOVICA Handmade Amethyst Silver Beaded Charm Bracelet Leaf Motif Black Cord with Fine Purple Pendant Thailand Birthstone 'Hill Tribe Leaf'

NOVICA works together with talented artists, artisans, and designers around the world to produce stunning, keepsake handmade treasures. Our mantra is to Spread Happiness, so rest assured - we’ll do everything we possibly can to ensure you’re a happy customer! About this item: A globe of faceted natural amethyst adorns a singular bracelet from Thailand's Samart Takham. The bracelet is hand-crafted from braided black cords and studded with polished 950 silver beads. Completing the design is a petite leaf charm crafted from Karen hill tribe silver. About our Artist: 'I grew up in a large farming family. In our free time we did wood turning. When I was 10, my village was the first to get electricity. Artisans from nearby would come to use the electrical tools at my house. The atmosphere was very energetic, with artists exchanging ideas about technique and design. I loved watching them and would sometimes try the lathe on scraps of wood. Eventually, I could help my family as a professional turner. As my village prospered, investors bought much of the farmland for houses. Now I do wood turning full time. In addition to furniture components, I craft bracelets. My daughter has practiced on the lathe since 9th grade. She turns small pieces such as lotuses for worship, drawer handles, etc. and sells work at a market in Sankamphaeng to pay for her education and personal expenses. Nowadays, I give back as a village representative and as a village health volunteer coordinating with public health agencies to improve health care in the community.'...