Txere Beru – The Eye of the Curicae | Huni Kuin Breastplate

Ceremonial Armor for the Soul

Txere Beru – The Eye of the Curicae | Huni Kuin Breastplate is a ceremonial masterpiece—worn to invoke strength, protection, and spiritual connection. Traditionally used by Huni Kuin leaders and healers, each design holds encoded messages from the forest: stories told through color, pattern, and seed.

This necklace is not just worn—it is inhabited. A visual invocation of your commitment to walk in alignment with the sacred.

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Origin & Lineage
Woven by master artisans in the Brazilian Amazon, these pieces are created with glass beads, sacred seeds, and natural fibers. Their powerful form and expansive energy make them ideal for ritual work, performance, or as ancestral armor during transformational times.
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Symbolism
The patterns, colors, and seeds used in this piece each hold specific spiritual meanings passed down through generations. From warding off negative energies to deepening your connection with the natural world and your own intuition, every design is a mirror of the Huni Kuin cosmovision—a worldview where nature, spirit, and community are one.

Txere Buru - Olho da Curica – The Eye of the Curica Parrot 
“Olho da Curica” is a powerful cultural symbol rooted in the traditions of the Huni Kuin people of Acre, Brazil. The phrase refers to more than just the striking gaze of a bird—it encompasses a layered meaning across nature, art, and metaphor.

The Bird:


The curica, or mangrove parrot, is a small green bird known for its vivid red-orange eyes. This striking feature captures attention and is seen as a reflection of vibrancy and alertness in the natural world.

The Design: 


In Huni Kuin culture, Olho da Curica—also called Txere Beru—is a sacred kené (design) representing clarity, wisdom, and the life force of nature. This pattern is passed down through generations and appears in traditional blankets, ceremonial garments, and handcrafted items. It serves as a visual language of ancestral knowledge and spiritual insight.

The Expression: 


Metaphorically, “Olho da Curica” is used to describe something radiant, full of life, or captivating—much like the bird’s gaze. It might be said of a person with luminous, expressive eyes or anything that seems to glow with vibrant energy.

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Style Notes
Txere Beru – The Eye of the Curicae | Huni Kuin Breastplate has a 22.5" neck hole with 2.5" beaded neck bands, and 11" x 5" beaded extension from neck.

Lightweight and powerful, this breastplate can be worn alone or layered with other sacred adornments. Suitable for ceremonial wear, daily beauty and protection, or as a meaningful gift that supports ongoing life for the families protecting the forest.
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Materials & Ethical Commitment
Made with sustainably sourced seeds, glass beads, and natural fibers. All pieces are created through fair-trade partnerships and priced with sacred reciprocity in mind—ensuring the artisans are compensated with dignity and respect for their work and wisdom.
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Impact & Reciprocity
Your purchase directly supports the Huni Kuin community and helps preserve their sacred traditions. We uphold a model of direct exchange, economic empowerment, and permission-based sharing of cultural medicines. Thank you for honoring the people, the plants, and the path.

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Care & Safety
    •    Handle with care
    •    Store in a jewelry box or bag
    •    Clean gently with a soft brush or cloth

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Shipping & Exchanges
Ships from the U.S. within 3–5 business days unless placing a pre-order.
Exchanges or store credit available within 7 days of delivery.
Read our Return & Exchange Policy for details.