Traditional Somali Artifacts

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Koor

The koor is a wooden bell that hangs from a camel’s neck on a strap, producing a sound that helps herders track their animals in dense, bushy terrain.

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Barjin/Barkin

Barshin or barkin is a wooden headrest used by herders. It is used for hair protection by camel herders that grow big afros dressed in fat or oil or camel bone marrow.

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