Mookaite Jasper Beaded Necklace
Handmade by survivor artisans from Vi Bella in Haiti and Mexico to overcome food scarcity, homelessness, and trafficking.
Add natural elegance with the Mookaite Jasper Beaded Necklace. Featuring earthy mookaite jasper beads paired with freshwater pearls, this piece blends organic textures with timeless sophistication. At 18" including clasp, it’s the perfect length for everyday wear or layering with other favorites.
Each Mookaite Jasper Necklace is handmade by artisans of Vi Bella in Haiti, a Shared Trade partner. Founded in 2011, Vi Bella—meaning “Beautiful Life”—exists to provide life-changing employment and holistic support for artisans who often face extreme barriers to work, including poverty and disability. Beyond fair wages, Vi Bella also offers school scholarships for children and housing/medical assistance, ensuring stability for entire families. Your purchase not only celebrates natural beauty but also supports dignity, opportunity, and hope.
Details:
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Length: 18" including clasp
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Origin: Handmade in Haiti by Vi Bella artisans
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Materials: Mookaite jasper beads, freshwater pearls
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Design: Warm, earthy tones with a touch of pearl elegance
A necklace that embodies Purpose, Power, and Peace—purpose in creating dignified jobs, power in building stronger families, and peace in wearing jewelry that uplifts lives.
Thistle Farms' Shared Trade is an aligned network of artisan enterprises supporting women's dignity and economic freedom, providing fair wages and collaborative mentorship. The program aims to amplify marginalized artisan voices, eliminate isolation, and lift communities out of poverty.
Shipping
We currently ship to contiguous United States, Alaska, and Hawaii.
- Free shipping on orders over $99
- Gifts or items containing matches are not eligible for shipping to Hawaii or expedited shipping.
Orders are processed and shipped Monday-Friday. Fulfillment may take 3-5 business days (though we will do our best for it to be faster).
We primarily ship via UPS. USPS is used for PO Boxes or when customers make specific arrangements. Additional shipping charges may apply if an order is returned to us by the carrier.
Please email customerservice@thistlefarms.org for more information.
Return Policy
We offer a 30 day return window for product purchased from ThistleFarms.org, The Shop At Thistle Farms or at an official Thistle Farms pop-up event. For exchanges, please process a return and re-order the item you wish to receive.
Updated May 27, 2025.
Thistle Farms’ dedication to using natural ingredients keeps our products fresh for a shorter period of time. Our products are only guaranteed when purchased directly from
- ThistleFarms.org
- The Shop at Thistle Farms
- A Thistle Farms pop-up event
For issues with Thistle Farms products purchased from other retailers, please contact that retailer directly for a replacement or refund.
If you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, you can send it back for a full refund within 30 days of receiving your order. To be eligible for a return, we require a receipt or proof of purchase, and your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it.
A pre-paid shipping label will be provided and a $7 shipping cost dedicated from the refund. Once your return is received and inspected, we will send an email to notify you when your refund has been processed.
The only items we cannot issue a refund on are items purchased that have been marked down, gift cards, special orders, and shipping charges.
Exchange Policy
We are only able to process returns at this time. If you would like to exchange a product, please follow our return policy above.
You can re-order at any time during this process.
NOTE: When shipping an item valued over $75 on your own, consider using a trackable shipping service or purchasing shipping insurance, as we cannot guarantee that we will receive the returned item.
Meet the Artisans
Vi Bella
Vi Bella means “beautiful life” because everyone deserves a life filled with beauty, hope, dignity and purpose.
Over 60 artisans are employed in Haiti and Mexico. In areas such as these, one employed person can support up to ten others. Artisans master techniques such as wire-wrapping, hand beading, and sewing using natural and locally sourced materials such as coconut, horn, seeds, and leather.
At Vi Bella, artisans find meaningful community, dignified employment, and reliable wages. These three commitments are the foundation for quality pieces that hold a story of redemption.
Learn More
Shared Trade
A network of social enterprises addressing sexual exploitation, trafficking, and extreme poverty in 21 countries around the world.
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