Kinship Necklace - Papua New Guinea

Textural and sculptural, the Kinship Necklace by Bilum & Bilas weaves together raw natural fibres and elevated gold elements to symbolise the bonds of family and community. Each hand-crafted link is formed from rapa — a plant fibre foraged, processed, and woven entirely by hand — creating a flowing chain of interconnection. Joined with gold-plated pewter discs and finished with an 18k gold-filled chain, it’s a striking, contemporary statement grounded in cultural tradition.

This necklace honours centuries of cultural craftsmanship while supporting fair, sustainable livelihoods for women artisans in Papua New Guinea.

• Handwoven from natural rapa fibres foraged and prepared by hand
• Approx. 54 cm necklace length with a 25 cm drop
• Interlinked woven fibre elements joined by gold-plated pewter discs
• 18k gold-filled chain and clasp with B&B logo charm
• Gold-filled chains resist wear — heat-bonded for long-lasting shine
• Crafted using ancestral weaving techniques passed through generations
• Comes in a Bilum & Bilas jewellery box with artisan bio and authenticity certificate
• Preserves traditional skills and supports women’s economic empowerment

Due to the handcrafted nature of this piece, each pendant is beautifully unique.