Neck Chain

National Museums of Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya

A simple chain with coiled metal wire. Worn round the neck by old women for decorative purposes. The chain is sold and purchased in the market and often inherited by children of the wearer who is no longer alive.

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Title: Neck Chain
Location: Kenya
Type: Neck Chain
Rights: National Museums of Kenya
Medium: Steel
Photographer: Gibsphotography
Local Name: Surumiot
Community: Kipsigis
Collection Date: 1999-02-17
Collected By: J.Kasagam

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