honda (Stone Sling)
About this object
History of use
Sling used for throwing stones and, secondarily, worn around the waist by men. It is used in fiesta dances and was seen at the folkloric ballet.
Cultural context
primary use: stone thrower
Physical description
Stone thrower sling. Ends braided of black and brown wool; one end looped. Central panel composed of parallel woven segments; one of four black ribs and one of four grey ribs, joined at either end to braid ribs.
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