Toka maka

human history

Sling stone. Maka. The stone is used with the sling as a form of projectile weaponry. The stone placed in the pouch of the sling, with the cord held in the hand. The sling was swung round and round the head and the held cord let go. Carved from stalactite. Dark tan and white in colour. Oval in shape. Moderate level polish.

Accession number: 1969.94 Last Update: 3 May 2019
Other Name

Sling stone (English)

Place
Cook Islands
Associated Place

Cook Islands

Accession Number

1969.94

Accession Date

24 Apr 1969

Other Id

41256 (ethnology)

Department

Pacific

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Toka maka, 1969.94, 41256, Photographed by Andrew Hales, digital, 02 Sep 2016, Cultural Permissions Apply Cultural Permissions Apply
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