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Catalog Number

CAS 0540-0132   CAS 0540-0132; Penis cap
Category Accessories/Ornaments
Object Name Penis cap
Culture Zulu
Global Region Sub-Saharan Africa
Country South Africa
State/Prov./Dist. Natal Province, Nqutu District
County
Other Geographic Data Kwazulu, Ntsekwini area, Xulu Kraal, 4 km southeast of Nqutu, 8 km from road
Maker's Name
Date of Manufacture
Collection Name N/A
Materials Plant fiber (banana leaf, possibly)
Description
Dimensions (cm) Max Diam = 4.7, Length = 3.8