Our Natural Materials

Each piece of jewelry begins with the gifts of the rainforest. Our seeds, fibers, and woods are more than just materials; they are the essence of the Amazon, hand-harvested by Indigenous and riverside communities who have nurtured these natural wonders for generations.

 

Açaí is not only a staple food for Amazonian  communities but also symbolizes vitality and sustenance. The seeds, repurposed into jewelry, carry the energy of the rainforest, representing renewal and the life cycle. For the Amazonian people, wearing açaí seeds signifies a connection to nature’s abundance and the nourishing spirit of the land.

 

Jarina known as ‘vegetable ivory,’ jarina seeds are considered a sacred gift from the forest. To the Amazonian communities, these seeds represent purity, sustainability, and protection of the natural world. Used in adornments, jarina connects the wearer to the spirit of the forest, offering a sustainable alternative to animal ivory with deep ecological meaning.

 

Morototó tree is lightweight yet strong, symbolizing balance and adaptability in the Amazonian ecosystem. For Indigenous communities, morototó wood is crafted into tools and jewelry, signifying harmony between humans and nature. It serves as a reminder of the respect and care the Amazonian people have for their environment.

 

Tucum fiber and seeds, harvested from the tough, resilient palm, holds deep cultural significance for the Indigenous peoples of the Amazon. It is traditionally used in making hammocks, baskets, and jewelry, symbolizing strength and survival. To the Amazonian people, tucum fiber represents unity and endurance, woven into everyday life and sacred rituals.

 

Saboneteira tree, named after the soap-like texture of its seeds, is valued for its smooth, fine wood. For the Amazonian people, it symbolizes purification and cleansing, often used in sacred rituals. Its sustainable use in jewelry honors the forest’s gifts and the deep spiritual connection between the people and the land.

  

Coconut palms provide much more than food to Amazonian communities; they represent resourcefulness and sustainability. Coconut fiber is used in crafting textiles, baskets, and jewelry, symbolizing the harmonious use of nature’s resources without causing harm.