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Emperor Mopane Moth Embroidered Brooch

Emperor Mopane Moth Embroidered Brooch

By Trovelore

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Fair TradeHandcrafted 

The Emperor Mopane moth, scientifically known as Gonimbrasia belina, is a remarkable insect native to Southern Africa. It is primarily found in countries such as South Africa, Zimbabwe, Botswana, and Namibia. This majestic moth is known for its impressive size and striking appearance. 

The Emperor Mopane moth is portrayed with its wings gracefully extended, displaying a mesmerizing blend of earthy browns, rich oranges, and striking patterns reminiscent of autumn leaves. The artist has skillfully incorporated metallic threads and shimmering beads to accentuate the moth's natural iridescence, adding a touch of enchantment to the piece.


Product Details

  • Made from cotton, felt, metal, sequins, and beads
  • Hand-crafted by skilled artisans in India
  • Comes in gift box with information about the species
  • 3 × 1.6 inches (7.8 × 4 cm)
  • Product type: Brooch
  • Shipping Dimensions: 3.5 × 4.25 × 1.0 inches
    (8.9 × 10.8 × 2.5 cm)
  • Shipping Weight: 0.19 lb (3.0 oz; 85 g)
  • SKU010009594

About Trovelore

Trovelore is an embroidery atelier specialising in the use of needlework and mixed materials to craft a line of hand embellished Jewelry. Based in Arizona (USA), and New Delhi (India), Trovelore pins are delicately embroidered by hand. The precise choice of materials, colors and techniques create organic textures that give a precious life-like quality to the pins.

Trovelore artisan at work in the embroidery atelier

Fair Trade Practices

Our artisans work in a comfortable work space and receive the benefits of social security and healthcare. All our artisans take home double the minimum stipulated wage and in some cases about three times the national level.

Additionally, a contribution is made to their retirement benefit fund with the intent to provide them with a secure future and a fulfilling life.

Trovelore's registered partner workshop is based in the New Delhi, Capital Region of India. The number of artisans employed by the workshop exceeds ten, thus by law all registered establishments need to be compliant, engaging in fair trade practices providing artisans above the age of 18 years with a safe environment, paid at least minimum wage, social security welfare, and healthcare benefits.

Care Instructions

Cotton, felt, metal & beads. Hand embroidered in India. Please do not wash or scrub. Delicate handwork, handle with care. Store in provided box to protect the delicate beadwork when not in use.

Do not wash

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