Traditional ear ornament "mamuli"

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Description

2 pcs., silver, gold-plated,

a) elaborately crafted “mamuli” ear ornament, h: 7.3 cm
b) “mamuli” ear ornament, h: 6 cm, on chain (l: 31 cm)

“Mamuli” were part of the exchange of gifts before weddings. They were worn by women, but also occasionally by men, who attached them to their head covers, or wore them on a chain around their necks. Many were simply stored as part of the family’s “adat” treasures, to be brought out only on special occasions.

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Comparing literature

Daalder, Truus, Ethnic Jewellery and Adornment. Australia - Oceania - Asia - Africa, Adelaide 2009, p. 193, fig. 307 f.

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