Madagascar Silk Moth Ornament - Gold

This exquisite handmade silk moth ornament depicts the Argema mittrei moth, a wild silk-producing species in Madagascar whose cocoons are used to craft select Tanana textiles. 

This ornament is a perfect holiday decoration, and can also be used as a ready-to-hang miniature artwork. It comes in a lovely kraft box for easy gifting, and includes a tag telling the story of the silk.

• Measures 6”x5”
• Made with cultivated mulberry silk cocoons
• Handmade from start to finish in Madagascar
• Slight variations in size and color due to the handcrafted process
• Certified Wildlife Friendly and Fair Trade 
• This product includes one gold-colored silk moth ornament

This work of art is sustainably sourced and completely handmade by our artisan group SEPALIM, a poverty alleviation organization in northeastern Madagascar. SEPALIM invests in local leadership and community led initiatives, and works to link artisans and farmers to global markets. 100% of Tanana Silk sales are returned to locally run programs in Madagascar.