This Palo Santo necklace is made by artisans at the foot of the Peruvian Andes: tube-shaped beads about 6×8 mm are strung onto a strong elastic cord. The inner diameter is 24 cm, so it slips comfortably over the head without needing to be unfastened. The small beads form an even, finely lined strand of restrained, natural character.
The arc of matured wood around your neck
Palo Santo means "holy wood" in Peruvian Spanish. The finest aroma comes only from a branch that fell from the tree on its own and rested on the forest floor for three to four years before processing. This maturation is a centuries-old Andean tradition. Every bead on your necklace was crafted from such matured pieces.
SERFOR certification: for the peace of the forest
The Peruvian Ministry of Agriculture's SERFOR office authorises and inspects Palo Santo gathering. No living tree is cut down — only naturally fallen branches and trunks are processed. For you, this means choosing a product that also keeps the long-term health of the Andean forests in mind.
How the necklace lives with you
The whole necklace weighs barely 9 grams, so it remains almost unnoticed on your neck during the day. The aroma is soft and subtle, perceived up close, and with a single motion you can take a bead in your palm to breathe in the scent. It is a simple everyday companion — not festive jewellery, but a calm, soothing presence.
Style and occasions
The 24 cm inner diameter sits comfortably on the neck, just above the collarbone. On weekdays you can wear it with a thin T-shirt, blouse or house dress, just as well as with a sporty top. The tube-shaped beads give it a regular yet handmade appearance. You will receive a singular piece: because the natural grain of the wood varies, no two necklaces are alike.
Storage and lifespan
Keep it in a dry place, in a small cotton pouch or wooden box. Prolonged contact with water, perfume or perspiration spoils the aroma and colour of the wood. The elastic cord is strong, but avoid sudden, excessive stretching — with proper care, the necklace can serve you faithfully for many years.