Old Madaka Style Pendants / Earrings

• Location- West Sumba, (Indonesia) 

• Age- mid to late 20th Century 

• These pieces are from the West Sumba area and were originally worn as pendants or pinned to jackets/clothing. They could also be worn as earrings although this usually was not the case. They are a rippled open oval shape which has been said to be represent a Naga body. This style of jewelry was given to to the brides mate from their family. 

• Pair A is about 1-1/2" X 1-1/4" and weighs about 17 grams each. Pair B is about 1-1/8" X 1" and weighs about 11 grams each.