{"id":212,"featured":0,"modified":"2026-06-23 19:35:37","latitude":1.4419683000000001,"longitude":38.431397500000003,"title":"Kenyan Beaded Bracelet Representing the National Flag","address":"","thumbnail":"https:\/\/aegisdigitalmuseum.kennesaw.edu\/files\/square_thumbnails\/f5a153b1335d88167b9c67a262092ccb.jpg","creator":["Unknown Artisan in Kenya"],"description":"This handcrafted Kenyan beaded wristband, featuring the country\u2019s flag colors: black, red, green, and white, is a testament to Kenya\u2019s rich heritage. The tight weave of tiny plastic beads forms a solid circle, symbolizing pride, unity, and cultural identity. The beaded bracelets are commonly made and sold by Kenyan artisans, particularly in Maasai communities, where beadwork is a long-standing cultural practice tied to identity, economy, and artistic expression. My cousin gifted it to me in February 2018, just before my grandpa\u2019s passing. Every time I look at it, it reminds me of the significance of my roots, especially during challenging times. <br \/>\r\n<br \/>\r\nID: The bracelet comprises several lines of tiny, round plastic beads, each representing a specific color of Kenya\u2019s flag. At the top, the black beads signify the skin color of the nation\u2019s people. Below, the red beads are edged with a thin white line, representing the struggle for freedom during the colonial era. At the bottom, the green beads point to the country\u2019s soil and natural beauty. In the center, beads form a white Maasai shield adorned with spears, further emphasizing the country\u2019s cultural heritage. The bracelet is tightly woven from hundreds of small plastic beads stitched together using strong nylon thread, forming a flexible loop that wraps snugly yet comfortably on your wrist. <br \/>\r\n<br \/>\r\nPhysical Dimensions: Approximately 7 inches long, 0.75 inches wide","accessinfo":"","website":"","related_resources":[],"files":{"https:\/\/aegisdigitalmuseum.kennesaw.edu\/files\/fullsize\/f5a153b1335d88167b9c67a262092ccb.jpg":{"id":800,"mime-type":"image\/jpeg","title":"Untitled","thumbnail":"https:\/\/aegisdigitalmuseum.kennesaw.edu\/files\/square_thumbnails\/f5a153b1335d88167b9c67a262092ccb.jpg"},"https:\/\/aegisdigitalmuseum.kennesaw.edu\/files\/fullsize\/e3b79d77c20f3fcb67c57c6e2f7a06dc.jpg":{"id":801,"mime-type":"image\/jpeg","title":"Untitled","thumbnail":"https:\/\/aegisdigitalmuseum.kennesaw.edu\/files\/square_thumbnails\/e3b79d77c20f3fcb67c57c6e2f7a06dc.jpg"},"https:\/\/aegisdigitalmuseum.kennesaw.edu\/files\/fullsize\/c3ef27c293348d3cdcafb4fdadbf3b68.jpg":{"id":802,"mime-type":"image\/jpeg","title":"Untitled","thumbnail":"https:\/\/aegisdigitalmuseum.kennesaw.edu\/files\/square_thumbnails\/c3ef27c293348d3cdcafb4fdadbf3b68.jpg"}}}