Legacy Collection
Our Story
Robben Island fence art, chandeliers and jewellery
A Piece of History
Legacy Collection isn’t just a jewellery collection. Each piece is a poignant work of art made from the Robben Island fence, once the fence was a symbol of oppression is now a new symbol of hope, forgiveness and freedom. Legacy Collection products are handmade and locally produced in Cape Town. Each range (Peace; Rights; Justice; Liberty; Grace;.. ) are aptly named in honour of South Africa’s road to democracy.
It is Legacy Collections vision and commitment to continue investing in South Africa’s development by empowering previously disadvantaged individuals by creating pieces of art that tell the beautiful story of triumph for generations to come. Remembering that through confinement and struggle; strength and resilience triumphs.
Legacy
The Story of The Fence
The story of how the Robben Island prison fence was acquired goes back to 2009, when Cape Town based artist, Chris Swift, was using discarded material to create art as a comment on environmental issues.
Our Founder
Meet Charmaine
Charmaine Taylor, founder of Legacy Collection, is an ethical and environmentally-focused artist from Cape Town, South Africa. Her mission is to always create art that sparks brave conversation that provokes change and positive awareness about her homeland, South Africa.
Community
Giving Back
Committed to the continued investment in South Africa’s development, a percentage of sales from Legacy Collection go towards sustainable development projects.
Every piece created is more than jewellery — it’s a work of art that carries the powerful story of Hope over History, crafted to inspire generations to come.