DESCRIPTION

The Gansa Ring draws its inspiration from the T'boli gongs, sacred instruments believed to carry the voices of ancestral spirits. In T'boli culture, the gong is more than a tool for music—it is a vessel of profound connection, resonating with the power to communicate across realms.

For the T'boli, art and nature are inseparable. Every element of their environment, from the towering trees to the humblest object, holds a spirit. This ring honors that belief, echoing the harmony between tradition, creativity, and the natural world. Wear it as a symbol of connection—to the past, to the present, and to the spirit within all things.

ABOUT THE MAKERS

Sesotunawa is a T’boli-owned social enterprise that produces recycled brass jewelry by practicing the art of Temwel. The modern Tau Temwel uses up-cycled brass and other metal scraps from local junk shops and transforms these metals into intricate designs made in collaboration with MAAARI. Each brass piece pays homage to the Tboli tradition, folklore, and spiritual connection to nature. The transformation involves a complex process of wax rolling, clay molding, and molten metal casting that usually takes days to complete.

Sesotunawa is a union of two Tboli words, “sesotu” or “to make one”, and “nawa” or “spirit”. It literally stands for the spirit of working together. MAAARI is deeply honored to work together with the T’boli artisans through our skill-sharing workshops and design collaborations. This helps strengthen our partnership with Sesotunawa and mutually teaches us skills and cultural traditions to share with all of you.

SPECS

available in sizes 3-9. If you would like a custom size, send us an inquiry to info@maaari.co

TAKE CARE

Brass naturally oxidizes over time. Renew your piece's shine with lemon, baking soda, and a polishing cloth. To delay oxidation, keep your MAAARI jewelry away from moisture.