Vintage Maasai beaded necklace sets from the 1960's. More than just decorative, they are a vital aspect of Maasai culture, worn to indicate age & social status as well to mark special events.

The meaning behind the vibrant colors:

Red- bravery & unity

Orange or Yellow- warmth, friendship & hospitality

White- peace, purity & health- also cow's milk (nourishment)

Blue- energy & the sky

Green- health and the land

Black- the people and the struggles they must endure