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Bracelet

National Museums of Kenya

National Museums of Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya

Blacksmith twisted iron bracelet "Mukore" speciality of blacksmith to protect from sickness. Often not worn by a blacksmith, but anyone who is ill or has aches. People would go to the blacksmith to make them one. It is worn to cure the sickness or pain to prevent a recurrence in the future, also can be worn on the wrist or ankle (larger ones).

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  • Title: Bracelet
  • Location: Kenya
  • Type: Bracelet
  • Rights: National Museums of Kenya
  • Medium: Iron
  • Photographer: Gibsphotography
  • Local Name: Masanye
  • Community: Giriama
  • Collection Date: 1970-11-02
  • Collected By: Jean Brown
National Museums of Kenya

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