Dzila (Silver) combo This Zulu beaded necklace is

This Zulu beaded necklace is unique in that it is made from small fine beads and the pattern is that of alternate colours

A bridal set consisting the following:

Large size zulu basket hat with double frontal beadwork and beadwork on the wide part of the hat

cowries and beads

Dzila (Silver) combo This Zulu beaded necklace isThis traditional Ndebele choker is called a Dzila. It was tradtionally worn by married women whose husbands had built a home for them. The ring symbolised their bond and faithfulness to their husbands. The more rings a woman wore, the richer her husband. These days it is worn with elegant outfits at weddings and engagement parties as well as formal and casual fashion events.