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Double Shell Amulet from Papua New Guinea

$2,946.27
£2,144.56
€2,450
CA$4,010.17
A$4,485.63
CHF 2,334.35
MX$55,219.62
NOK 29,697.74
SEK 27,862.33
DKK 18,645.03
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About the Item

A double shell Amulet from Papua New Guinea, good old patina and wear of the shell, decorated with shells and teeth,fibres very decorative item with a lot of character
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17.33 in (44 cm)Width: 9.06 in (23 cm)Depth: 3.55 in (9 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Shell,Patinated
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1970
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Schellebelle, BE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1956343570342

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