Dogon Peapod Fetish, Iron palmwood drilled through top of skull

drilled through top of skull to chin

Hollow and light weight

and the back is smooth

22" strand of assorted shapes of clear Bohemian glass beads

has a nice jingle

Dogon Peapod Fetish, Iron palmwood drilled through top of skullAntique pendant in the shape of a pea pod with loop. These were worn as a "Skirt" by men, a strand covering private parts, a phallic symbol. Mixed metals, mostly iron, fairly rusty and crude. Estimated age is mid late 1800's. Each piece is unique, averaging 3 inches long x 10mm diameter with large 10 12mm loop. A protection for men, and a sexual enhancement. Sold individually, quite rare! Some are open pea pods, others are closed.