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PEACE BOMB COIN WRAP BRACELET
$38.00
recycled
community voted (199 votes)
Da Bomb
This intrepid wrap bracelet combines youthful energy with a courageous, save-the-world attitude. The unisex bracelet features a metal "coin" that was hand cast from reclaimed scrap aluminum by artisans in Laos. The charm is laced onto a long, waxed cord that you secure in place by wrapping it around your wrist several times, creating a unique look.
The Laotian tradition of working with scrap metals began in the 1960s as the United States conducted an extended bombing campaign in their effort to contain Communism in South Asia. An estimated 250 million American bombs were dropped in the region over a 9-year period. Attempting to restore order in their lives, the Laotian people began gathering the discarded metal from mortar and flare launchers, spent ammunition magazines and more, and recast them into spoons and other domestic tools.
Now, the creation of these bracelets not only provides you with a unique, contemporary accessory, but also continues to clear waste metals from Laos, while providing local crafts people with a sustainable income. Comes in a drawstring pouch with a card explaining the metal's history. Charm made in Laos; assembled in New York, NY.
- Item ID: 21599
- Materials: aluminum, waxed cotton
- approx. 1" coin diameter
Elizabeth Suda
When her suitcases are unpacked, Elizabeth, a New York native, is at home in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. She may otherwise be found busing through the emerald passes of the Annamite Mountains or strolling along the banks of the Seine. Traveling has been key to her conceptualization of ARTICLE 22 and design process. See all creations.
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Q and A
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199 votes * 12 comments
Cassie, UncommonGoods Community Moderator
Bomb Coin Wrap Bracelets are surely stylish, but the story behind the design is what makes them truly uncommon. Take a look at the product story to learn more about how these charms began their lives as weapons, but became symbols of hope, then cast your vote and tell us what you think in the comments below.
Stacy
Vote: Thumbs down!
Big spoon little spoon?
shelbi
Vote: Thumbs down!
I love the style but the spoons are odd. Needs another design.
Angela
Vote: Thumbs up!
Cute!
Isabel
Vote: Thumbs down!
I like the idea, but the spoons seem odd. I would be more apt to buying if there was a different design.
Howard
Vote: Thumbs down!
Don't understand the relevance of the "spoon".
debbie
Vote: Thumbs down!
they don't look like they would be very comfortable to wear
karen
Vote: Thumbs down!
not hippies
Paula
Vote: Thumbs down!
I don't really get it n
D Jamie
Vote: Thumbs down!
why big spoon, little spoon? what does it mean? Wonderful story line, however.
Beth
Vote: Thumbs down!
Is there a point to a "spoon bracelet"?
Tracy
Vote: Thumbs down!
Don't look very well made or stylish. And why would want to have a picture of a spooon then have part of it covered with the strap? Wierd.