This necklace is made of black seeds of SOSURWO tree threaded on a single wire. The seeds of the plant are usually obtained when girls are initiated. The seeds are worn around the neck immediately when girls come out of seclusion.
Details
Title: Necklace
Date Created: 1973
Location: Kenya
Type: Necklace
Rights: National Museums of Kenya
Medium: Seeds, Beads
Photographer: Gibsphotography
Local Name: Kariba Kimaget
Community: Endo
Collection Date: 1976-08-01
Collected By: J.Kasagam
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