Collar

MOA: University of British Columbia

3559/61

Black collar with four rounded triangles extending from the bottom edge; two ties on either side. Entire front is decorated with alternating rows of seed beads and metal discs; additional seeds border all sides. Triangles have rows of metal discs on either side of a flower design; consisting of a metal centre and seed petals. Back is undecorated.


  • Type of Item collar
  • Culture Akha
  • Material cotton fibre, seed, metal, dye
  • Measurements height 11.6 cm, width 78.9 cm (overall)

  • Previous Owner Marilyn Walker
  • Received from Marilyn Walker

  • Made in Thailand

  • Collection Date between 1988 and 1999
  • Ownership Date before March 23, 2022
  • Acquisition Date on March 23, 2022

  • Item Classes textiles
  • Condition fair
  • Accession Number 3559/0061