Mali Trading Brass tubes w/orange glass beads and Kenyan brass pendants

Queen Nana Triban was a prominent Malian queen known for her influential role in the 19th century, who played a significant part in the trade networks that connected Mali with other regions of Africa. Her reign saw a flourishing of commerce and cultural exchange.

The Nana Triban Necklace features Mali trading brass tubes interspersed with vibrant orange glass beads and Kenyan brass pendants. This piece pays homage to her legacy by celebrating the rich trade routes that she helped thrive, reflecting the fusion of different cultures and materials that characterized her era.