Kahoa
human history
Kahoa hihi vao fiofio fua kaho. This kahoa (neck ornament) consists of yellow hihi vao (land snail shells) and grey kaho seeds strung onto cotton thread in an alternating pattern. Kahoa may be worn by dancers during performances, worn to accentuate cultural attire, or gifted to loved ones.
Accession number: 2004.120.26 Last Update: 16 Sept 2019
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Shell necklace (English)
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- Niue
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2004.120.26
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18 Nov 2004
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56283 (ethnology)
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