Kalabubu

Kalabubu, sometimes spelled Kala bubu, is a torc (stiff circular necklace) worn by warriors of the people of South Nias of North Sumatra, Indonesia.

[3] The internal brass frame of a kalabubu represents the great golden serpent of Nias mythology.

Historically, only men that have demonstrated prowess in warfare and have decapitated the head of the enemy were allowed to wear the kalabubu.

[citation needed] In northern Nias, a necklace known as nifitali-tali is the precious metal variation of the kalabubu.

The nifitali-tali were exclusively worn by high ranking men on festive occasions e.g. the owasa feast.

The Kalabubu of South Nias.
Kalabubu is constructed of coconut shell slices and brass wire.
A Nias man dressed as a warrior with the kalabubu around his neck.