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"guri" shell neckalce, "worn by women", 7 in. diam, knotted end, loop fastener.
"guri" shell neckalce, "worn by women", 7 in. diam, knotted end, loop fastener.
Object Number 973-11-70/5285
Display Title "guri" shell neckalce, "worn by women", 7 in. diam, knotted end, loop fastener.
Descriptions
Object Description "guri" shell neckalce, "worn by women", 7 in. diam, knotted end, loop fastener. Shells looped over braided strip. Fiber loop inserted through apertures in shells.
Inventory Description Necklace, braided plant fiber strand with sewn cowrie shells, knot/loop closure
Classification
  • Necklace
Department Ethnographic
Culture
  • Pangia?
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Oceania / Papua New Guinea
Additional Geographic Terms Pangia district; Southern Highlands
Materials Plant fiber, Shell
Dimensions Overall: 23 x 11.2 x 3.7 cm (9 1/16 x 4 7/16 x 1 7/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 973-11-70/5285

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