Honu Magazine

The white metal shaking up jewellery

Why is solid silver making a strong comeback in jewellery? With its cool lustre and vibrant patina, this article shows how I transform this precious metal into a medium for art, balancing value and...

Conversations: I look back at the origins of Honu Handmade Jewellery

In the Born To Hustle podcast, I talk about what led to Honu Handmade Jewellery: a family heritage rooted in metal, a Congolese culture where jewellery is part of one’s identity, and the desire to ...

Your Hands: Have You Ever Thanked Them?

The hand is humanity's first tool. It feeds, builds, heals, creates, then carries the traces of what it has learned. From Cueva de las Manos to the jeweller's bench, this article pays tribute to ha...

Fire stains: the jeweller's silent nightmare

Firestain appears as purplish shadows within solid silver after heating. It comes from the oxidation of copper present in the alloy and forms beneath the metal surface. Preventing it requires heat ...

The drawer jewel syndrome: what to do with an inheritance you don't dare wear?

An inherited jewel that is never worn is not necessarily a forgotten object. It may carry too much memory to find its place. This article examines the possible options, keeping, passing on, selling...

Hallmarks: The Secret History of Silver and Gold | From the Middle Ages to Today

Hallmarks have been used to identify and control precious metals since the Middle Ages. Depending on the country, they can indicate purity, workshop, authority, or period. Reading them helps unders...

The sea turtle and its symbolism

The sea turtle, known as "honu" in several Pacific languages, symbolises longevity, protection and wisdom in many Pacific cultures. It connects the land, the ocean and the journey. It is ...

Solid silver: why does this precious metal last a lifetime?

Solid silver lasts because it can be cared for, polished, repaired, and recycled without losing its material value. Whether 925 or 950, it develops a patina over time instead of wearing away like p...

Gold and Silver Price Fluctuations in 2025 and 2026: Impact on the Jewelry Industry and Buying Advice

When gold and silver rise, the price of a handcrafted jewel does not depend only on the metal rate. It also includes material loss, workshop time, technical complexity, and finishing. Understanding...

Behind the scenes at Honu Handmade Jewellery

In the Honu workshop, each piece is shaped by hand, without moulding or series production. Solid silver, Tahitian pearls, fine stones, or precious stones: the material guides the gesture, from the ...