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Semi-circular pearl shell inset onto base which is entirely covered in red ochre. Base has decorative binding at entire circumference. Multi-strand suspension cord attached.

Accession number: 2008.24.5 Last Update: 28 Jul 2017
Common Name

Adornment

Other Name

moka kina

Accession Number

2008.24.5

Accession Date

27 Mar 2008

Other Id

56708.2 (ethnology)

14066 (Asset Register)

Department

Pacific

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