Bead Necklace

National Museums of Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya

This is a green bead armlet with two charms. It is made and worn by an old lady on the upper arm above a brass armlet. The charms are to protect the body from illness.

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Title: Bead Necklace
Location: Kenya
Type: Bead Armlet
Rights: National Museums of Kenya
Medium: Beads, Leather
Photographer: Gibsphotography
Local Name: Saye
Community: El Molo
Collection Date: 1971
Collected By: E.J. Brown

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