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Early 20th Century Tribal Kina Shell Pectoral Necklace, Papua New Guinea

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  • 20th Century Tribal Kina Shell Pectoral Necklace by Unknown Jeweler
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    20th Century Tribal Kina Shell Pectoral Necklace by unknown jeweler Kina shells were traditionally worn in the western highlands of Papua New Guinea as pectorals, either with a fibe...
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    Late 19th-early 20th Bailer shell pectoral, Highlands, possibly Mendi People, Papua New Guinea These large shell pectorals were worn ceremonially by men and women in Papua New Guine...
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    Mid to late 20th century incised bamboo comb, Huon Gulf, Morobe Province, Papua New Guinea This large incised comb is typical of the bamboo combs of the Huon Gulf area. This parti...
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  • Karaut 'Pectoral' Ornament, Abelam Culture, Papua New Guinea
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    This piece is an excellent example of an adornment used by Abelam warriors to frighten their enemies. They are held in a warrior’s mouth for courage and to intimidate their adversary...
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  • Early 20th Century Ceremonial Tribal Woman's Rain Hood, Papua New Guinea
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    Early 20th century ceremonial woman's rain hood, Huon Gulf area, Papua New Guinea A very graphic woven fiber ceremonial rain hood worn by women in the Huon ...
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  • Shell Currency Yua Bride's Price, Papua New Guinea
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    Yua Shell Currency, Bride’s Price Sepik River Region, Papua New Guinea Hand carved from a clam shell Measures: 7 x 7.5 in / 18 x 19 cm Height on cus...
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