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Umnqwazi / Headband
Phansi Museum
Berea, South Africa
A Zulu headband from Maphumulo Kwazulu Natal, made of glass beads. It is specifically worn by married women from the Shembe tribe. It is worn as a gesture of respect towards her in-laws as well as a reinforcement of her marriage status
Details
- Title: Umnqwazi / Headband
- Location Created: Weneen, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
- Original Source: Phansi Museum
- Colour: White, Red, Green, Blue
- Clan: Ezitendeni
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