Jabulani Jewellery South African Zulu Seed Bead Necklace and Earrings Set
Jabulani Jewellery
Glass Seed Beads and Base Metal
0.27 lbs
This authentic South African jewelry set features an intricate multi-strand necklace and matching drop earrings handcrafted by skilled rural beadwomen. Produced through a Zulu cottage industry initiative, the pieces showcase traditional craftsmanship designed to support historically disadvantaged craftspeople. The set utilizes a warm earth-tone palette including terracotta red, golden yellow, deep black, and shimmering copper-toned seed beads arranged in complex woven and linear patterns.
• Two-piece set including a multi-strand necklace and one pair of drop earrings
• Traditional Zulu-inspired beadwork with alternating textured and smooth sections
• Necklace measures approximately 32 inches in total circumference
• Earrings feature four beaded spheres on bronze-tone French wire hooks
• Earth-tone color palette with metallic copper-colored accents
Condition: Excellent pre-owned condition, appearing unused with original manufacturer's tag included. All beadwork is secure with no visible loose threads or missing components. Metal earring hooks are clean and intact. The tag contains historical context regarding the Jabulani Zulu craft initiative and its social impact in South Africa.