Ethnic Design Collection Reto Zehnder

An amazing necklace with shells.

Necklace from North Luzon with teeth and 2 boar's truck on each end. A fine example of an important article of Bontoc male tribal adornment. The binoboaya is associated with headhunting rites. It was worn by males denoting headhunter status. Aside from decorative value, the tusks were also believed to contain talismanic powers and empowered the wearer with the strength, speed, endurance and ferocity of the wild boar. 

 A fine example of an important article of Bontoc male tribal adornment, This is an excellent example of old Bontoc handiwork. The boaya was associated with headhunting rites, ceremonies and dances. It was worn by Bontoc males only and probably denoted headhunter status.