{"product_id":"handmade-kiffa-glass-beads-earrings-with-925-silver-hooks","title":"Handmade Kiffa Glass Beads Earrings with 925 Silver Hooks","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHandmade Kiffa Glass Bead Earrings with 925 Silver - African Heritage Art\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdorn yourself with a piece of living history through these \u003cstrong\u003ehandmade Kiffa glass bead earrings\u003c\/strong\u003e, crafted in the heart of Mauritania. These stunning earrings feature genuine \u003cem\u003eMurakad beads, \u003c\/em\u003ea form of African powder glass artistry, paired with elegant \u003cstrong\u003e925 sterling silver\u003c\/strong\u003e components for a refined, cultural finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach vibrant bead showcases traditional polychrome designs, shaped by hand using age-old methods passed down through generations of skilled Mauritanian women artisans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBead Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 mm and 13 mm in diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEarring Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 58 mm (2 1\/4\") including hooks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent – new examples of traditional designs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWearing these earrings means more than just accessorizing - it’s a tribute to Africa’s profound artistic legacy and the women who sustain it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌍 The History, Value, and Craft of Kiffa Beads\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKiffa beads\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as \u003cem\u003eMurakad\u003c\/em\u003e, are among the most prized forms of African beadwork. Originating from the town of Kiffa in Mauritania, these beads are renowned for their vibrant colors and geometric precision. Historically, they were exclusively crafted by women using crushed glass, a secret adhesive formula, and simple tools like sticks or needles. What sets them apart is that these beads are \u003cem\u003efired in open-air ovens\u003c\/em\u003e without the use of kilns showcasing extraordinary creativity and skill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile antique Kiffa beads are now highly collectible and rare, these contemporary handmade versions honor the same traditional processes and cultural value, making them both wearable art and a piece of African history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore More from TribalGH\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover more handmade jewelry from TribalGH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShop our handmade beaded bracelets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eView our archive of sold Kiffa beads\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tribalgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68005190697149,"sku":"yvd1793095671273","price":29.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/2748\/1533\/files\/handmade-kiffa-glass-beads-earrings-with-925-silver-hooks_1.jpg?v=1793095711","url":"https:\/\/zekegaragejack.shop\/products\/handmade-kiffa-glass-beads-earrings-with-925-silver-hooks","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}