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Metal

Items made of metals (except precious): iron, bronze, copper, brass, etc.

Qudagai ring

Description: Qudagai ring is one of the main ornaments worn on the fingers of Kazakh women. In Kazakh tradition, it

Iron fire tongs – Shattauyk

Iron fire tongs – Shattauyk Shattauyk is a traditional household tool made of iron, also known among the people as

A long- harpoon (Sandov)

A long-shafted spear used for hunting sea animals – harpoon (Sandov). The harpoon is trident-shaped and made of iron. It

Snuffbox

A snuff‑box made of yellow‑colored metal. It was used for storing tobacco, aromatic or stimulative substances. The snuff‑box is round

Ring

The ring is made of white metal. It is oval in shape. Adjacent elements are made using the method of

Kuman

Kuman – a vessel for liquids, traditionally used for washing hands. It is made from a 3mm thick copper plate

Chain mail

Chainmail. This is a metal armor that protected warriors from slashing and striking blows. It is made of small interlinked

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