Small Kuchi Septum with Colored Glass
Small Kuchi Septum with Colored Glass
Small septum nose ornaments originating from the traditional jewelry culture of the Kuchi tribe. The design is based on a classic rosette form with a faceted central glass element in a purple tone, surrounded by small blue glass beads. Despite the modest size, the construction remains clearly three-dimensional.
With a diameter of approximately 1.5 cm, these pieces are more discreet than large ceremonial septum ornaments, yet still noticeable when worn. Colored glass played an important decorative and symbolic role in Kuchi jewelry, with strong hues used to emphasize identity and ornamentation rather than gemstone value.
These nose ornaments require a pierced nose. The wire is an original structural element, not a modern modification. Visible signs of handcrafting, natural patina, and slight irregularities are present, consistent with older tribal jewelry.
These are not contemporary reproductions or stylized accessories. Each piece is a single, unique example, suitable both for wearing and for inclusion in an ethnographic or tribal jewelry collection.











