Heritage Series
Salawaku 1951 Embroidered Dad Hat
$32.00
Premium unstructured dad hat featuring a minimalist Salawaku shield and Parang embroidery. A quiet but powerful tribute to Moluccan resilience.
Select ColourNavy
Select SizeUnisex Streetwear Fit
The Cultural Story
The Salawaku is the traditional hourglass-shaped shield of the Moluccas, historically carried by Cakalele warriors. Adorned with intricate mother-of-pearl motifs, it represents strength, protection, and ancestral pride. In 1951, approximately 12,500 Moluccan KNIL soldiers and their families were brought to the Netherlands by order of the Dutch government, expecting a temporary stay. Housed in former concentration camps like Vught and Westerbork (renamed Schattenberg), their temporary exile became permanent. This emblem honors the quiet dignity, deep roots, and unyielding resilience of the first generation, whose sacrifices laid the foundation for the vibrant Moluccan diaspora today.
Each piece is made for your order, so nothing goes to landfill. Delivered in 2–5 business days across Europe, 5–10 worldwide.
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