It has been a long winter, so a pop of color is just what I need. Here are some facts about
Tagua Nut jewelry and why I feel good wearing it.
Tagua Nuts – also known as Vegetable Ivory are seeds that come from the
tropical rainforest of South America. The seeds are sliced, dyed and
polished. Each Tagua Nut is unique and has it's own variations making
each a one of a kind seed. Tagua Nuts are very close to the density of
animal ivory. Tagua is replacing the slaughter of mammal ivory
(elephants and other) in the textile and fashion industries. In one
year, one tagua palm produces as much ivory as an average female African
elephant. No HARM is done to the nature and hundreds of families are
employed by the Tagua nut production market. Tagua Nuts are thin,
lightweight and durable.
You can find my entire Tagua Nut collection
HERE.
