Many different stories are associated with these bone pendants. Traditionally, they were worn at the end of long necklaces made from African trade beads. Some believe that they were used as medicine or divining sticks. It is also believed to be a symbol of wealth and that the number of circles denote the number of cattle owned, although some say it was for protection agains the evil eye. Further accounts include Fulani women wearing them on their skirts to attract men!
