{"product_id":"fair-trade-timor-leste-product-timorese-cultural-accessories-mortein-kaibauk-female","title":"Fair Trade-Timor-Leste Product: Timorese Cultural Accessories – Mortein Kaibauk (Female)","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis cultural ceremonial product is part of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kortimor.com\"\u003eKor Timor.\u003c\/a\u003e Project proudly supported by Empowering Community Growth and Fair Trade \u0026amp; Gift Shop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe Mortein is a traditional necklace crafted from red clay and natural earthen materials, which has historically served as a form of spiritual currency in Timor-Leste. The females Kaibauk is a traditional Timorese symbol of authority and prestige, historically associated with the cultural event. Worn as a crown by women, it features a distinctive silver crescent, sometimes accompanied by a second crescent positioned above it. Its design resembles the horns of a water buffalo, an animal of great cultural significance in Timorese society. The origins of the Kaibauk can be traced to ancient Timorese animist beliefs, reflecting the deep spiritual and cultural traditions of the Timorese people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis product has cultural significance. It’s limited in stock so please get in touch with us at \u003ca href=\"mailto:fairtradegiftshopkew@gmail.com\"\u003efairtradegiftshopkew@gmail.com\u003c\/a\u003e and we’ll be happy to help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBy choosing this product, you’re not only carrying a beautiful piece of Timor-Leste craftsmanship, you’re also empowering makers, supporting their families, and strengthening their communities. Every dollar goes directly back to the artisans, helping create sustainable futures and reduce poverty through meaningful work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e✨\u003c\/span\u003e Thank you for being part of their story with your purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FAIR TRADE AND GIFT SHOP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68025628786841,"sku":null,"price":70.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/7536\/2457\/files\/94C3D4A9-2AD0-45E0-B345-EA7E85F7C31B.jpg?v=1794620151","url":"https:\/\/fairtradeandgiftshop.com\/products\/fair-trade-timor-leste-product-timorese-cultural-accessories-mortein-kaibauk-female","provider":"FAIR TRADE AND GIFT SHOP","version":"1.0","type":"link"}