Kahoa hihi
human history
Kahoa hihi vao. A long neck ornament of yellow hihi (land snail shells) pierced and strung onto light coloured natural fibre thread. Kahoa hihi vao may be worn by dancers during performances, worn to accentuate cultural attire, or gifted to loved ones.
Accession number: 2002.63.13 Last Update: 16 Sept 2019
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Shell necklace (English)
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2002.63.13
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24 Jun 2002
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55991 (ethnology)
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