Isicholo

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The Isicholo is a unique hat crafted from grass, string, pigment, and human hair. It holds cultural significance as it was traditionally sewn onto a bride's hair, symbolizing a commitment that could not be undone until the hat naturally deteriorated and required reworking. 

This practice ensured that even in the husband's prolonged absence, the wife remained bound by her marital status, visually portraying her commitment. While the shapes and sizes of the Isicholo may vary across different clans, its unmistakable presence upon a woman's head serves as an immediate indicator of her married status.