Baulé Bracelet

Country: Ivory Coast

Material: bronze alloy

Measurements: 12x3x13cm

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Many forms of bracelets and anklets molded in wax can be found throughout West Africa. They are used as a form of currency and provide status to users. Its value lies in the metal itself and in the quantity or decoration. They are placed in the bride's arms as part of her trousseau.

*All products are made by hand so there may be some variation in shape and size.