Museum Objects Record
Images
Metadata
Collection |
World Cultures Collection |
Catalogue Number |
2012.77 |
Date |
2012 |
Object Name |
Necklace |
Description |
Twenty-first century cowrie shell necklace from Papua New Guinea. The necklace is made from cowrie shells attached to a fibre band with a loop fastening. The necklace was acquired by the donor at Tabari Market, Boroko, Port Moresby. |
Place of Origin |
Tabari Market/Boroko/Port Moresby/Papua New Guinea/Melanesia |
Material |
Cowrie Shell |