Old and Valuable Beads Among The Kelabit of Sarawak, Malaysia.

THE SARAWAK MUSEUM JOURNAL
VOL LXXV NO.96 DECEMBER 2015

Title :
Old and Valuable Beads Among The Kelabit of Sarawak, Malaysia.

Author :
Poline Bala

Abstract:

Building on Kelabit significant interest in beads,this article first of all examines why since time immemorial the Kelabit have searched and treasured ancient beads. Secondly, it lists down valuable beads among the Kelabit. These beads are priceless and rich in beauty and tradition. They also speak stories of trade,family histories and kinship relations that extend from one generation to the other. Because of their significance, the Kelabit has initiated a bead documentation project to differentiate the old beads from the new.The article highlights what are the issues and challenges that have emerged out of the exercise.

DOI:
https://doi.org/10.61507/smj22-2015-KW9Q-02

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How to cite:
Poline Bala. (2015). Old and Valuable Beads Among The Kelabit of Sarawak, Malaysia. The Sarawak Museum Journal, LXXV (96) : 45-70

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