Dove Bronze Pendant
Turning memories of war into things of beauty, the Cambodian artisans who produce this jewellery use recycled artillery shells of bronze, painstakingly fashioning them into stylish designs. This bronze pendant is in the shape of a dove, engraved with the word 'Peace'. Pendant: 2.5 x 2cm, necklace: 43cm.
Who made this product: Artisans Association of Cambodia
Enabling ethical producers in Cambodia to connect with the outside world.
After decades of violent warfare, Cambodia has finally begun to stabilize and its people have started the long road to recovery. 80% of the population lives in rural conditions with low standards of living, and those who migrate to the cities struggle to adjust. In an effort to provide support for many young rural and urban Cambodians, AAC works alongside local workshops where people draw on their rich culture to design products reflective of a long and distinct heritage. Workers receive fair wages in decent working conditions, providing them the dignity of a respectable trade along with training workshops on life skills. Your purchases see these lives built and strengthened. Watch this video of artisans turning bullet shells into jewellery with one of AAC’s partners, Rajana:
