Nose Ornament
Jan 31, 2020•1 min
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Summary
This episode delves into the fascinating tradition of nose bone ornaments among Papua New Guinean tribesmen. These sharply carved cassowary bones were worn to project a fearsome appearance, ward off evil spirits, and signify a warrior's power. The practice may have been inspired by the fierce boars they hunted, utilizing materials from the dangerous cassowary bird.Episode description
Would you put a bone through your nose? I'm Colton, from Ripleys.com, and this is your Weird Minute.
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