Fulani Beaded Necklace
Necklace Size: 27 inches necklace length, plus 5 x 5 inch strands with 4 coins at the end
Description
A beautiful Fulani necklace made from a variety of small glass beads, and has a decorative 5-strand pendant with old West African British coins attached. One Coin is missing.
Fulani necklaces are integral to the traditional jewelry of the predominantly Muslim Fulani people in West Africa. These necklaces are emblematic of their rich cultural heritage and distinctive adornment style, often part of elaborate jewelry sets, these beads may be combined with other materials like cowrie shells or gemstones. Beyond their aesthetic appeal, Fulani beaded necklaces function as a form of currency, emphasizing their broader economic and cultural roles within the Fulani community. Passed down through generations, these items remain cherished heirlooms, encapsulating not just beauty but also pride, tradition, and a profound connection to ancestral roots.
Fulani brass beads continue to be cherished and celebrated as an important aspect of the Fulani people's identity and cultural heritage. They represent not only beauty and adornment but also pride, tradition, and a connection to their ancestral roots.
Necklace Length
27 inches necklace length, plus 5 x 5 inch strands with 4 coins at the end
Bead Size
tiny 1 mm diameter beads. See picture with penny for size comparison. U.S. penny is 19mm in diameter.
Pendant Size
5 strands that are 5 inches long, with 20mm coins attached
One coin missing from the pendant.
149818
Approximate Age: 20th Century
People: Fulani
Country of Origin: Nigeria
Length Details
Size Details
Pendant Size: 5 inches long, with 20mm coins attached
Material
Condition
Overall Condition: Good. Some of our beads have traveled at least three continents, and have graced numerous owners