A machmoum (Arabic: مشموم) is a small flower bouquet or necklace made of jasmine or full (Arabian Jasmine), specific to Tunisia. It is sold during the summer in the afternoon or in the evening.
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The men wear it on their ear, the women in their cleavage or carry it by hand.[1]
References
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