Vintage Tengura protection necklace from Nepal Tharu Tribe

Vintage Tengura protection necklace from Nepal Tharu Tribe. Formed by phallic or bullet shaped pieces of bone set into metal bezels that are strung together in a neckband or collar. These collars are believed to contain a strong apotropaic magic power to turn away harm, prevent evil spirits rising to the head, or averting the evil eye. Worn by Tharu tribes women in the Nepalese lowlands (karnali region). Good overall conditions (small imperfections or signs of use). Jewelry for collection or exquisite wearing. Collectible. SIZE: Approx Length: 20”; Approx Width: 1.5” WEIGHT: 80 grams ORIGIN: Tibetan Hindukush/Himalaya Nepal Tharu MATERIAL: Animal Bones and/or horns Cotton rope Metal; silver content not tested