Caucasian Sign Language
Armenian Woman's Sign Language, also known as Caucasian Sign Language or , is an indigenous sign language of Armenia. It is not directly related to the sign languages of Europe, though it may have historical connections to monastic [sign language]. It developed under marriage speech taboos similar to those operating in Aboriginal Australia, and is now defunct.
Under the strict patriarchal society then existing in Armenia, a newly married woman was not allowed to speak in the presence of her husband, in-laws and certain other people. She could make simple communication using Harsneren. A study of the language took place in Tavush Province in the 1930s.
The deaf community now has its own sign language, known as Armenian Sign Language.