ThePeurise Awe is apeurise (shield) ofplaitedrattan strips (glong). It may be covered with red or black cotton.[2] The diameter of this shield is approximately 35 to 45 cm (14 to 18 in). The outer part of the shield is strengthened withbrassrivets, and inside there is a rope that is used as a handle. The outer part of the shield is decorated with six circular inserts (bushings) that are made of brass, and one brass star in the middle. The brass decorations are usually in the shape of ahexagram, similar to theStar of David. These hexagonal stars represent 'stars of security'.
