Florence Diamond Bilum Purse
Florence Diamond Bilum Purse
Florence Diamond Bilum Purse
Florence Diamond Bilum Purse
Florence Diamond Bilum Purse
Florence Diamond Bilum Purse

Florence Diamond Bilum Purse

Bag Number 3499

  • The story behind the Diamond design is rich in culture and is held dear to the women of Papua New Guinea, not only is it a symbol of abundance and prosperity, traditionally in Goroka it is given to a newly wed as a sign of wealth and prosperity for their new married life.
  • This Bilum is handwoven from acrylic and wool yarn as well as up-cycled knitwear using traditional weaving techniques.

22cm Width
16cm Height

Florence, known as Bilum Meri. Florence has been vital to the success of Among Equals since its founding and is fiercely passionate about building a platform for the weavers. "I am strong for the weavers, I see them as sisters. These women now have the strength to stand up and be their own trader. It is a business for them, too, and that is very empowering."

Read more about The Weavers. 

Dry Clean Only

* Adornments sold separately

Embellish your Bilum

Among Equals-Wool Stone Tassels

Wool Stone Tassels

Navy Wool Stone Tassel Embellishment

$50.00

 

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