These individual cords are then grouped together and twisted tightly to form a thick tubular band of hair that is folded and bound with thread at each end. Two ties made from this same thread extend out at each of the ends and are presumably used for tying the ornament around the neck. Attached to the Neck ornament are two small shell pendants that have been tied onto it with strings of pandanus fibre. The bigger of the two shell pieces is circular, roughly textured, and red in colour. This once again shows the value placed on this ornament as the colour red is very important and significant in Kiribat culture. The second piece of shell is fashioned from mother of pearl, is triangular in shape, and has an iridescent, smooth surface. Both pieces have a small hole drilled through them at the top to allow for suspension.