Lifestyle
Exposing part of the long-forgotten cultural history of waist beads
Economic Use:
It was revealed in an informative interview on fit beads with a talented bead maker that older beads were once thought to be more valuable, so people would buy them at a discount to keep over time before later selling them at a higher price to make a profit.
Waist Bead Symbolism:
The historical significance of waist beads’ involvement with mourning customs cannot be overstated. For times of sadness, particular bead varieties were kept, and some were even buried alongside loved ones. These beads acted as moving representations of memory and the continuation of relationships in the afterlife.
The justifications for wearing waist beads have evolved over time and will do so going forward. Culture is dynamic, and as people change, so will the world around them.
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