Fulani Vulcanite Beaded Necklace MATTER COLLECTION

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.

Provenance: Matter Collection

From the collection of Margie and Phil Matter. Margie lived in South Africa, and later she and her husband Phil opened a gallery in Tucson. Everything in this collection was in their home for more than thirty years. Africa Direct recently bought the collection; at 95, Margie wants to share the things she has loved so much.

One strand is broken with loose beads, due to fragile old threads.

This strand is not intended to be a ready-to-wear necklace. Although the strand can be worn "as is," the string holding it together is not durable and may break with use. For this reason, we recommend that you restring the beads before wearing them.

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