Lot Essay
Such ornaments, which are worn about the neck, are used as currency and exchanged for pigs at Moka ceremonies
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MOUNT HAGEN AREA
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A New Guinea golden pearl shell pectoral ornament
Mount Hagen area
The drop-shaped panel with inset golden pearl shell crescent below panel of bamboo strips, reddish pigment applied to the surface, woven cloth suspension cord
39.5cm. long
Mount Hagen area
The drop-shaped panel with inset golden pearl shell crescent below panel of bamboo strips, reddish pigment applied to the surface, woven cloth suspension cord
39.5cm. long