Tucum ring
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tucum-ring-270-7551773
title:
Tucum ring
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The tucum ring is a black-colored ring made with the seed of Astrocaryum vulgare, a palm tree native to the Amazon Rainforest. It is worn by Christians in Brazil, especially Catholics, as a symbol of the commitment of their churches to the poor. The ring originated in the Brazilian Empire, when jewelry made of gold and other precious metals were used ostentatiously by members of the ruling elite to flaunt their wealth and power. Afro-Brazilian slaves and Native Brazilians, unable to afford such
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tucum_ring
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2023-09-30T22:40:29Z
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