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Armlet

1950

National Museums of Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya

Armlet, made from iron and worn by young men (warriors to develop muscle). Also was used as a decoration. This was made before the Europeans came.

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Title: Armlet
Date Created: 1950
Location: Kenya
Type: Armlet
Rights: National Museums of Kenya
Medium: Iron
Photographer: Gibsphotography
Local Name: Kimnyebelit
Community: Nandi
Collection Date: 1976-07-01
Collected By: Obolet

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