Suntiang

A Suntiang is an elaborate crown worn normally by Minangkabau women in Sumatra for festive occasions. It has the shape of a radiant fan and is made out of golden material.

A Suntiang crown, mid-20th century (Fernbank Museum of Natural History)
A Minangkabau bride and groom. The bride is wearing a Suntiang Gadang crown.

A piece worn by a bride for a wedding is called Suntiang Gadang, while the one worn by traditional dancers is called pasumandan.[1]

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