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Bombshell Peace Earrings
Bombshell Peace Earrings
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A unique pair of upcycled bombshell peace earrings with a meaningful message. These peace sign earrings are made of highly polished, recycled brass bombshells and hand cast with love by Cambodian artisans. What a beautiful way to give back to a vulnerable community once devastated by war.
- Material: Brass from recycled bombshell
- Measurements: L 1.75" x W 1"
- Groovy peace symbol earrings look great with denim or tie-dye
- Handmade with love in Cambodia
- As with all handcrafted goods, there are slight variations. Each pair of peace symbol earrings is truly a work of art.
Artisan Profile
Ironwork artisans, living in an underprivileged community in the Kandal Province, approximately 45 minutes from Phnom Penh, Cambodia, make this recycled bomb shell and bullet jewelry. Bomb casings are left over from Cambodia's wartime three decades ago. Ironwork artisans skillfully mold bomb shells into beautiful jewelry pieces, introducing a small income to underprivileged communities. While Cambodia has enjoyed years of peace and development since the war and atrocities of the brutal Khmer Rouge regime, today 30% of the population still live below the poverty line (on less than $1.25 per day).
By purchasing these bombshell products, you are helping to create fair trade jobs for disadvantaged Cambodians with high levels of unemployment. Artisans are paid fairly and equitably for their skillful work, which keeps families together with food on their table. A liveble and reliable income is especially important for women as it allows them to raise healthy babies and children and provide for their future. The designs use inspiration from Cambodia 's rich tapestry, restoring and preserving many traditional Cambodian skills.
