Coolamon Ring Pad - Bright Tones

This Coolamon Ring Pad was traditionally made of possum and/or plaited human hair, grass leaves or feathers. It was placed on the women's heads to act as a comfort between the woman's head and the coolamon when carrying heavy objects or traveling over large distances.

Use this resource to encourage exploration of language, engineering and ingenuity in the context of Australian First Nations Peoples.

Designs and sizes may vary.

Made of felt, twine and other natural materials. - Colours vary

Sizes range between 12cm - 17cm