Santa Maria Belt, Wild Tamarind Seed and Jumbie Bead Caribbean Handicraft

The Lesser Antilles are a group of islands in the Caribbean Sea. Most of them are part of a long, partly volcanic island arc. Antigua and Barbuda i...

Today, seed work is threatened as a dying art. Only five women on the island of Antigua are master seed workers. To save this art form before it vanishes forever, your purchase will aid in this preservation effort. The masterful handicraft of wild tamarind and jumbie bead seedwork is a dying art, with only five women left in the world to create it. Botanique Studios...

This belt is aptly named and dedicated to Antiguan and Barbudan freedom and emancipation gained on November 1st, 1981. This piece presented is only a snapshot of the broad range of...

Capturing the mixture of tradition and vibrancy, the Esther Belt is a part of our “Artisan Collection,” lovingly named after one of our Master Seedwork Artisans, Esther Edwards. This unique and handmade bracelet is created with wild tamarind seeds dyed black, uniquely and innovatively dyed with shoe dye, and perfectly placed within this signature design. This pattern is a classic creation for the master seedwork artisans and for the overall island as a typical pattern possessed by Antiguan & Barbudan locales, with a twist to be created distinctively for you. This piece presented is only a snapshot of the broad range of custom-made products produced by the hands of master artisan Antiguan and Barbudan women who specialize in seedwork—created out of the wild tamarind and jumbie bead Seeds. Only five women were on the island of Antigua as master seed workers. To save this art form before it vanished forever, an educational program was developed to preserve the tradition of seed work, with full scholarships for young candidates. Botaniqué Studios...

Bob Marley once said, “One good thing about music, when it hits you feel no pain.” Even though Marley wasn’t from the exquisite twin island state of Antigua and Barbuda...

Botaniqué Studio’s handmade bracelet is part of the brand's 'Sailing' collection. An ode to Antigua’s rich history with sailing. Few but avid sailor...

Vintage sterling silver 4pc set: belt buckle, 2 keepers and tip set by Douglas Magnus Santa Fe. This belt set includes a buckle, 2 keepers and tip with a polished smooth design. The...

Classic and chic, this vintage Chanel chain leather belt is crafted in gold-plated metal, accented with a 'CC' logo-engraved medallion pendant. Closure can be hooked on multiple link...

Vogt sterling buckle set on running oak tooled leather belt. Buckle features Indian head and two bow and arrow images with hand etched floral desig...

This is a Dutch Walcher apron buckle, which was worn as a closure at the back of an apron. The gorgeous buckle was sewn onto the apron band for decoration. This type of accessory buc...

Antique Rose Cut Diamond and Ruby Belt Buckle Made circa 1850 Approximate measurements: 6"

Sterling silver belt buckle, keeper and tip on a brown lizard belt and black lizard belt by KIESELSTEIN-CORD with original pouches. By high-end Manhattan designer KIESELSTEIN-CORD t...