Surutia Masai I Necklace

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Surutia is the Swahili name for this type of necklace.. These metal coils are worn by Masai women ( Kenya, North Tanzania) when they have at least 1 circumcised son. It is a jewel that belongs to the family and that is passed from generation to generation.. The mother lends the jewel to her son for circumcision ceremonies and also at the time of his marriage.

The spirals are made of aluminum about 7.5cm in diameter. They are tied to the double necklace of multicolored glass beads.

The bead cord measures a total of 62 cm de circunferencia.

Mid 20th century Kenya, East Africa.

Unique collector's item.

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