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Shells ("romu") used in the manufacture of spans of native money, Found only in
Shells ("romu") used in the manufacture of spans of native money, Found only in
Object Number 970-29-70/4800
Display Title Shells ("romu") used in the manufacture of spans of native money, Found only in
Descriptions
Object Description Shells ("romu") used in the manufacture of spans of native money, Found only in a few places in Malaita - one of which is in the Lau Lagoon.
Inventory Description Shell, redish color on one portion
Classification
  • Currency
  • Raw Material
Department Ethnographic
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Oceania / Solomon islands
Additional Geographic Terms Malaita, North; Lau Lagoon.
Materials Shell
Dimensions Overall: 5.2 x 8.6 x 6 cm (2 1/16 x 3 3/8 x 2 3/8 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 970-29-70/4800; 49

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