A belt worn by men made from disk shape rings of shells. It is worn together with the bolo knife in its wooden sheath. Shells were attached using a combination of cotton thread, bark thread and rattan. The rings hang down when worn by men. One big shell is attached at the middle where a tie holds the whole ornament to the scabbard with the belt. The number of shells and the length of the belt vary. It is a highly valued possession among Ifugaos and only the propertied elite wear a ginutto during festive occasions such as marriage ceremonies. They material re now considered as heirlooms. Materials are no longer available for their production. But nowadays, these ornaments are popularly reproduced and worn during cultural festivals.
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