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20th Century Tribal Kina Shell Necklace, Papua New Guinea
$500
£379.66
€434.17
CA$698.57
A$776.97
CHF 405.71
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NOK 5,181.50
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20th Century Tribal Kina Shell Necklace, Papua New Guinea
Kina shells were traditionally worn in the western highlands of Papua New Guinea as pectorals, either with a fiber strap or on a plaque known as a moka kina. This shell has been made into a modern necklace with nylon crown knotting and a shell and wire clasp. It bears remnants of the red paste that was used to decorate the surface and highlight the pecked border. There is a very stable native repair at the left side. 22 inches long by 8 inches wide (56 by 26.3 cm).
Ex private San Francisco collection.
- Dimensions:Width: 8 in (203.2 mm)Depth: 0.5 in (12.7 mm)Length: 22 in (558.8 mm)
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- Date of Manufacture:Early to mid 20th century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Point Richmond, CA
- Reference Number:Seller: ZK#73591stDibs: LU4049225269152
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