Lala Salama

Women's Metallic Shanga Choker

A simple yet statement choker, adding a unique touch to your everyday. One that is so distinct yet so easy to wear. The beads mirror the beauty in African style and these are intricately woven on half of the choker and made from brass, this choker has been hand-crafted by expert artisans in Kenya using traditional crafting and polishing techniques. The brass matches a yellow gold in colour and tone and we are proud to use recycled brass; it has been used for decades in Africa and is a sustainable alternative to gold - eliminating the need for mining. This metal is also known to have metaphysical properties that allow one to express their true authentic self. Your purchase encourages entrepreneurship and artisan expertise in Africa. It is the nature of brass to evolve over time and some love this more antique look while others prefer the pieces to remain consistent - bright and polished. Clean unwanted tarnish and darker spots using the pro polish pad provided. Simply buff with the pad until the tarnish is lifted and the piece becomes shiny again. Over a longer period of time we recommend using a mix of lemon and water - excellent for removing stubborn marks and tarnish. Colour: metallic