Ivory Armlets

Nagaland, Northern India
Circa approx. 1920
Width: 2 1/2 inches Depth: 1 inch

Armlets of this type are heavy and thick. They were highly desired ornaments for men. They indicated high status usually obtained by head-taking or feasting. They were worn above the elbow.

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