Early 20th Century Tribal Shell Currency Ring from Papua New Guinea
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Early 20th Century Tribal Shell Currency Ring from Papua New Guinea
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 10.75 in (27.31 cm)Width: 10.75 in (27.31 cm)Depth: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)
- Style:Primitive (In the Style Of)
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- Place of Origin:
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- Date of Manufacture:Unknown
- Condition:The shell has natural markings.
- Seller Location:Point Richmond, CA
- Reference Number:Seller: MO0021stDibs: LU177823833002
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