About 47,000 children's mood necklaces are being recalled because they contain high levels of lead, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said Thursday.

The necklaces were sold at carnivals, amusement parks and discount stores across the United States and through Rhode Island Novelty's website from August 2005 through December 2006 for about $1 US.

The recall involves necklaces with hearts, moons, dolphins, dragonflies, stars and butterflies packaged under the brand "Mood Necklace."

Children absorb lead more easily than adults and are therefore more vulnerable to poisoning.

Exposure to high levels of lead can cause vomiting, diarrhea, convulsions, coma or death. Symptoms include anemia, appetite loss, abdominal pain, constipation, fatigue, sleeplessness, irritability and headache.

No associated injuries have been reported.

Consumers should return the product to the place of purchase for a replacement.

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