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Hand Ring

1920

National Museums of Kenya

National Museums of Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya

Hand Ring forged by a blacksmith from iron. The iron is heated red hot and beaten into shape on a stone anvil with a hammer. It is only made on request. Worn by married women who have undergone "Katunsio" (wedding ceremony by customs). Given to a woman by her clan during her wedding. If she fails to have children, she cant retain it.

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  • Title: Hand Ring
  • Date Created: 1920
  • Location: Kenya
  • Type: Hand Ring
  • Rights: National Museums of Kenya
  • Medium: Iron
  • Photographer: Gibsphotography
  • Local Name: Mukurio
  • Community: Keiyo
  • Collection Date: 1976-07-16
  • Collected By: A.K. Cheptum
National Museums of Kenya

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