table of contents

Abstract.

Introduction.
Research questions and the methodology.

Chapter 1.

Xhosa.

Xhosa male jewellery.

Bling.

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Bling jewellery.

Anthropology.

Anthropological Milestones.

1. Izibulo.
2. Inkulu.
3. Inkwenkwe.
4. Umkhwetha.
5. Ikrwala.
6. Umfana.
7. Unomgcana.

Contemporary jewellery.

• Narrative Jewellery.
• Symbolism.
• Indicator of status.
• Spiritual mediation.

Conclusion.

Chapter 2.

• Mbali creations.
• J&Co
• Dylon Whyte.
• Graff.

Conclusion. 24

Chapter 3.

1. Imbeleko, bracelet for Izibulo. 25

2. Indlalifa, necklace for Inkulu.. 26

3. Isabhokhwe, bracelet. 28

4. Indlwana: Neckpiece.
5. Umkhwetha: Bracelet. 28

6. Isagweba (Knobkerrie).
7. Ikrwala; Neckpiece. 28

8. Iphoco, neckpiece for Umfana. 28

9. Idayimani, headband for Unomgcana. 2

 10. Isisdanga: turquoise neckpiece. 30 
11.Ibhaso. Gift for a young wife. 30

 Conclusion.

 Conclusion/realization. 30

References.