Himba Hearts, Native Ochre Pendants humans Only the females and larvae

Only the females and larvae of this beetle have their trilobite appearance

These specimens are salvaged discards from human activities and have been preserved so these "leftovers" can find respectful homes

fusion crust and contain the minerals schreibersite and kamacite

these imperfect specimens measure ~1

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Himba Hearts, Native Ochre Pendants humans Only the females and larvaeThese glass heart pendants are filled with real aboriginal ochre from the Himba tribe of northern Namibia. The Himba are the last nomadic people left in Namibia. They are well known for covering their bodies in a mixture of butterfats and this ochre to cleanse their skin during droughts and to provide protection from the harsh climate and insect bites. To the Himba peoples wearing ochre is powerfully beautiful, with its colouration symbolizing blood,