nariguera

A nariguera is a gold ornament worn in the nose, particularly among pre-Columbian cultures in the Andes region of South America. These ornaments could take various forms, such as a simple ring, a disk, or an upside-down fan, and were often decorated with intricate designs. The nariguera was hooked to the nostrils and signified status or rank. Nose ornaments, in general, have been used for personal adornment and to indicate social standing across various cultures worldwide, including India, New Guinea, Polynesia, Australia, and parts of Africa. These ornaments can be inserted through different parts of the nose, including the septum or the wings of the nose.12