Kahoa

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Kahoa pepe fiofio fua kaho. This kahoa (neck ornament) consists of small brown pepe seeds and grey kaho seeds strung onto nylon cord in an alternating pattern. The kahoa is broken at several points. Kahoa may be worn by dancers during performances, worn to accentuate cultural attire, or gifted to loved ones.

Accession number: 2004.120.18 Last Update: 16 Sept 2019
Other Name

Shell necklace (English)

Place
Niue
Accession Number

2004.120.18

Accession Date

18 Nov 2004

Other Id

56275 (ethnology)

Department

Pacific

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